How To Fix /SCMB/DDD_BUF_MAINT057 - Report started in simulation mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/DDD_BUF_MAINT -

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Report started in simulation mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/DDD_BUF_MAINT057 - Report started in simulation mode ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/DDD_BUF_MAINT057 indicates that a report was started in simulation mode. This typically means that the report is running in a mode where it does not make any actual changes to the database or system; instead, it simulates the actions that would be taken if it were run in a non-simulation mode.
  Cause:
  
  User Selection: The user may have intentionally or unintentionally selected the simulation mode when executing the report.
  Default Settings: The report may have default settings that are configured to run in simulation mode.
  Parameter Settings: Certain parameters or flags in the report execution might be set to indicate that it should run in simulation mode.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Execution Parameters: When executing the report, ensure that the option for simulation mode is not selected. Look for any checkboxes or parameters that indicate "simulation" and uncheck them.
  Review User Settings: If the report is consistently running in simulation mode, check the user-specific settings or defaults that may be causing this behavior.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the documentation for the specific report to understand how to properly execute it in non-simulation mode.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Simulation Mode: This mode is often used for testing purposes, allowing users to see what changes would occur without actually applying them. It is a useful feature for validating processes before executing them in a live environment.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context on how to handle it.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to the report you are running, as they may provide additional options or settings that can be adjusted.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue and run the report in the desired mode.