How To Fix /SCWM/UI_REAR006 - Report can be performed in the background only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_REAR -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Report can be performed in the background only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_REAR006 - Report can be performed in the background only ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_REAR006 Report can be performed in the background only typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the specific report or transaction you are trying to execute is designed to run only in the background and cannot be executed in the foreground.
  Cause:
  
  Report Design: The report is designed to handle large volumes of data or perform complex calculations that are not suitable for real-time processing in the foreground.
  Performance Considerations: Running such reports in the foreground could lead to performance issues, both for the user and the system, especially if the report takes a long time to execute.
  User Interface Limitations: Some reports may require a user interface that is not available in the foreground, necessitating background processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should run the report in the background. Here’s how you can do that:
  
  
  Use Transaction Code: 
  
  Go to the transaction code associated with the report.
  Instead of executing it directly, look for an option to run it in the background. This is often found under the "Program" menu or as a button labeled "Execute in Background" or similar.
  
  
  
  Schedule the Job:
  
  You can also schedule the report to run as a background job using transaction code SM37 (for monitoring jobs) or SM36 (for scheduling jobs).
  In SM36, enter the report name and set the parameters as needed, then specify the execution time and frequency.
  
  
  
  Check Job Status:
  
  After scheduling, you can check the status of the job in SM37 to see if it completed successfully and to view the output.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for the EWM module for more details on the report and its expected usage.
  Performance Tuning: If you frequently encounter this issue, consider reviewing the report's performance and whether it can be optimized for foreground execution, although this may not always be feasible.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to run reports in the background to avoid confusion and improve efficiency.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the report is critical for your operations, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.