How To Fix IHREP006 - Running in background is only allowed using system time zone

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHREP - Messages in ALM Reporting

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Running in background is only allowed using system time zone

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHREP006 - Running in background is only allowed using system time zone ?

  The SAP error message IHREP006 indicates that a background job is being executed in a time zone that is not the system's time zone. This error typically arises when you attempt to run a report or transaction in the background that requires the system to operate in its default time zone, but the job is set to run in a different time zone.
  Cause:
  
  Time Zone Mismatch: The job is scheduled to run in a time zone that differs from the system's time zone.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may have a different time zone setting that conflicts with the system's time zone.
  Job Scheduling: The job was scheduled with a specific time zone that is not aligned with the system's configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IHREP006 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check System Time Zone:
  
  Go to transaction code RZ10 or RZ11 to check the system's time zone settings.
  Ensure that the system time zone is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Adjust Job Scheduling:
  
  If you are scheduling a background job, ensure that the job is set to run in the system's time zone.
  You can do this by going to transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring) and checking the job's settings.
  
  
  
  Modify User Profile:
  
  If the user profile has a different time zone, you can change it by going to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and adjusting the time zone settings for the user.
  
  
  
  Re-schedule the Job:
  
  If the job was previously scheduled with a different time zone, delete the existing job and re-schedule it, ensuring that you select the correct time zone.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to background job scheduling and time zone settings for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error.
  System Configuration: Ensure that the system's time zone settings are consistent across all components, including application servers and database servers.
  User Training: Educate users on how to properly schedule background jobs and the importance of time zone settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IHREP006 error and successfully run your background job in SAP.