How To Fix PFM_PAP_MESSAGES077 - The action &1 is not defined as a background option

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_PAP_MESSAGES - PAP Message Class

• Message number: 077

• Message text: The action &1 is not defined as a background option

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_PAP_MESSAGES077 - The action &1 is not defined as a background option ?

  The SAP error message PFM_PAP_MESSAGES077 indicates that the action you are trying to perform is not defined as a background option in the system. This typically occurs when you attempt to execute a process or job in the background that has not been configured to allow background processing.
  Cause:
  
  Action Not Configured for Background Processing: The specific action or transaction you are trying to run in the background is not set up to be executed in that mode.
  Missing Background Job Definition: The job definition may not exist for the action you are trying to perform.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the action in the background.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Action Configuration:
  
  Verify if the action you are trying to execute is configured to run in the background. This can usually be done by checking the transaction or program settings in the SAP system.
  If you have access, you can check the transaction codes or programs in the SAP GUI to see if they have background processing options.
  
  
  
  Define Background Job:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can define the action as a background job. This typically involves using transaction codes like SM36 (Define Background Job) to create a job for the action you want to run.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific action or transaction to see if there are any prerequisites or configurations needed for background processing.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to execute the action in the background. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP helpdesk for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check the status of background jobs and SM36 (Define Background Job) to create or modify jobs.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific action or error message for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.