How To Fix RSRD191 - Setting &1: User &2 cannot be used for background processing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRD - Report Dissemination

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Setting &1: User &2 cannot be used for background processing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRD191 - Setting &1: User &2 cannot be used for background processing ?

  The SAP error message RSRD191 indicates that a specific user cannot be used for background processing in the context of SAP's reporting and data extraction tools, particularly in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error typically arises when there are issues related to user authorizations or settings.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  User Authorization Issues: The user specified in the error message may not have the necessary authorizations to execute background jobs. This can happen if the user lacks the required roles or permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  User Type: The user might be a dialog user instead of a service user. Background processing often requires a service user that is specifically configured for such tasks.
  
  
  User Locking: The user account may be locked or inactive, preventing it from being used for background processing.
  
  
  Profile Settings: The user profile may not be set up correctly for background processing, or there may be