How To Fix /OSP/MSG424 - The report can only be executed in the batch

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /OSP/MSG -

• Message number: 424

• Message text: The report can only be executed in the batch

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /OSP/MSG424 - The report can only be executed in the batch ?

  The SAP error message /OSP/MSG424 The report can only be executed in the batch typically indicates that the report or program you are trying to run is designed to be executed in batch mode rather than in dialog mode. This is a common restriction for certain reports that may require extensive processing time or resources, which are better handled in a background job.
  Cause:
  
  Execution Mode: The report is specifically coded to run only in batch mode. This is often due to the nature of the report, which may involve large data processing or long-running calculations that are not suitable for interactive execution.
  System Configuration: The system may have certain configurations or restrictions that prevent the report from being run in dialog mode.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to execute the report in batch mode. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Use Transaction Code SM37: 
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 to monitor background jobs.
  You can schedule the report to run in the background by using transaction code SE38 or SA38 (depending on your SAP version).
  
  
  
  Schedule the Report:
  
  Enter the report name in the appropriate field.
  Click on the "Execute" button (F8).
  In the selection screen, fill in the necessary parameters for the report.
  Instead of executing it immediately, look for an option to schedule it as a background job (usually a button labeled "Program" or "Job").
  Set the job name, and specify the start time and frequency if needed.
  Save the job.
  
  
  
  Check Job Status:
  
  After scheduling, you can return to SM37 to check the status of the job. You can see if it has completed successfully or if there were any errors during execution.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Processing: Batch processing in SAP is used for tasks that require significant processing time or resources. It allows users to run jobs in the background without tying up dialog sessions.
  Performance Considerations: Running reports in batch mode can improve system performance and user experience, especially for reports that process large volumes of data.
  Error Handling: If the report fails in batch mode, you can check the job log in SM37 for detailed error messages that can help diagnose the issue.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the report is not behaving as expected, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical team for further assistance. They may need to review the report's code or system settings.