How To Fix RI005 - Dynamic selections not possible in background processing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RI - Projects: commercial reporting

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Dynamic selections not possible in background processing

What causes this issue?

You have activated dynamic selections for object selection. Background
processing cannot process dynamic selections.

System Response

The system ignores the dynamic selections when selecting objects.

How to fix this error?

If you need the dynamic selections, run the report online.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RI005 - Dynamic selections not possible in background processing ?

  The SAP error message RI005: Dynamic selections not possible in background processing typically occurs when you attempt to run a report or transaction in the background that uses dynamic selections. Dynamic selections allow users to specify selection criteria at runtime, which can be problematic in background processing because the system cannot prompt for user input.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the report or transaction you are trying to execute in the background includes dynamic selections that require user interaction. Background jobs do not have the capability to handle such interactive prompts, leading to this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following approaches:
  
  
  Use Static Selections: Modify the report or transaction to use static selections instead of dynamic selections. This means you will need to define all selection criteria beforehand, which can be done by creating a variant for the report.
  
  
  Create a Variant: 
  
  Go to the transaction or report in the SAP GUI.
  Enter the selection criteria you want to use.
  Save these criteria as a variant (using the "Save as Variant" option).
  When scheduling the background job, select this variant instead of using dynamic selections.
  
  
  
  Check Report Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific report or transaction to see if there are any recommendations or limitations regarding background processing.
  
  
  Modify the Program: If you have access to the ABAP code and the necessary authorizations, you can modify the program to handle background processing more gracefully. This might involve checking for background execution and bypassing dynamic selections or providing default values.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure how to proceed, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SM37 to monitor background jobs and check their status.
  Job Scheduling: When scheduling jobs, ensure that you are aware of the limitations of background processing and the specific requirements of the reports you are running.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this issue or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RI005 error and successfully run your report or transaction in the background.