How To Fix /PLMPCV/QRM153 - Start of browser failed; it cannot be executed in background

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMPCV/QRM -

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Start of browser failed; it cannot be executed in background

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMPCV/QRM153 - Start of browser failed; it cannot be executed in background ?

  The SAP error message /PLMPCV/QRM153 Start of browser failed; it cannot be executed in background typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a transaction or report that requires a web browser to display output, but the system is trying to run it in the background instead of in the foreground. This is common in scenarios where the output is expected to be displayed in a web interface, such as when generating reports or accessing certain functionalities in SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management).
  Cause:
  
  Background Processing: The error arises because the system is attempting to execute a task that requires user interaction (like opening a web browser) in the background, which is not supported.
  Incorrect Job Configuration: If a job is scheduled to run in the background but requires a browser output, it will lead to this error.
  Missing or Incorrect Browser Configuration: The system may not have a default web browser configured, or the browser settings may not be correctly set up in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Run in Foreground: Ensure that the transaction or report is executed in the foreground rather than in the background. You can do this by selecting the appropriate option when executing the transaction.
  Check Job Configuration: If you are scheduling a job, make sure that it does not require browser output or that it is configured to run in the foreground.
  Browser Configuration: Verify that the SAP GUI is correctly configured to use a web browser. You can check this in the SAP GUI options:
  
  Go to SAP GUI Options > HTTP Settings and ensure that the correct browser is set as the default.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: If you are using a specific transaction code that is known to require browser output, make sure to execute it directly in the SAP GUI rather than scheduling it as a background job.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., PLM) to understand the expected behavior of transactions and reports.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute the required transaction or report.