How To Fix /SCWM/TM011 - Report &1 started in background

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/TM -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Report &1 started in background

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/TM011 - Report &1 started in background ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/TM011 Report &1 started in background typically indicates that a report or transaction has been initiated in the background, which may not be the expected behavior for the user or process. This message is often related to the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module.
  Cause:
  
  Background Job Execution: The report or transaction was triggered to run in the background instead of the foreground. This can happen due to user settings or system configurations.
  Long-Running Processes: If the report is expected to take a long time to execute, it may automatically be set to run in the background.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to run the report in the foreground.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may dictate that specific reports or transactions are always run in the background.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Status: Go to transaction SM37 to check the status of the background job. You can see if it is still running, completed, or if there were any errors during execution.
  Run in Foreground: If you need to run the report in the foreground, ensure that you are using the correct transaction code and that the report is designed to be executed interactively.
  User Permissions: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to run the report in the foreground. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  System Settings: Review the system settings or configurations that may be causing the report to run in the background. This may involve checking the job scheduling settings or any specific configurations related to the report.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for the specific report to understand its expected behavior and any prerequisites for running it in the foreground.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SE38 (ABAP Program Execution), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific report or error message for additional guidance or patches.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the /SCWM/TM011 error message.