How To Fix RT687 - Check is performed in background

RT687 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RT - Monitoring infrastructure MSG and alert texts

• Message number: 687

• Message text: Check is performed in background

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RT687 - Check is performed in background ?

  The SAP error message RT687 ("Check is performed in background") typically occurs in the context of a background job or process that is being executed in SAP. This message indicates that a certain check or validation is being performed in the background rather than in the foreground, which can sometimes lead to confusion or delays in processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Background Processing: The error usually arises when a process that requires user interaction or immediate feedback is being executed in the background. This can happen if a job is scheduled to run without user intervention.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may lead to checks being executed in the background, especially if the system is set up to handle large volumes of data or transactions.
  Long-running Processes: If a process takes too long to complete, it may be automatically switched to background processing to avoid timeouts or performance issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction codes