How To Fix IP554 - Program &1 ended in test mode: &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IP - Messages for preventive maintenance

• Message number: 554

• Message text: Program &1 ended in test mode: &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IP554 - Program &1 ended in test mode: &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message IP554 indicates that a program has ended in test mode, and it typically occurs when a background job or a report is executed in a test mode rather than in the actual execution mode. The message format is as follows:
  IP554 Program &1 ended in test mode: &2 &3
  Where:
  
  &1 is the name of the program that was executed.
  &2 and &3 provide additional context or information about the execution.
  
  Cause
  The primary cause of this error is that the program was executed in test mode. This can happen due to:
  
  The job being scheduled with the "Test" option selected.
  The program being called with a test flag set in the selection screen or parameters.
  A configuration or setting in the job scheduling that defaults to test mode.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Job Configuration: If the program was executed as a background job, check the job configuration in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring). Ensure that the job is not set to run in test mode.
  
  
  Review Program Parameters: If you are executing the program manually, ensure that you are not selecting the test mode option on the selection screen. Look for any checkbox or parameter that indicates "Test" or "Simulation" and uncheck it.
  
  
  Modify Execution Settings: If the program is being called from another program or a custom report, ensure that the call does not include any test mode parameters.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific program to understand its parameters and execution modes. This can provide insights into how to run it correctly.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unsure about the settings or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37 - Job Monitoring
  SE38 - ABAP Editor (to check the program code)
  SE80 - Object Navigator (to explore the program and its components)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  
  Testing in Development: If you are testing in a development environment, ensure that you are aware of the differences between test and production environments, especially regarding data and execution modes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IP554 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.