How To Fix SD154 - Start generic analysis in the background

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD - Online doc., terminology, translation, help

• Message number: 154

• Message text: Start generic analysis in the background

What causes this issue?

You have started the online statistics with a generic search term for
package. For technical reasons, this can only run in the background.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Choose one of these options:
Define a variant for program RSTWGZS2. To do this, select <LS>Tools</>
-> <LS>CASE</> -> <LS>Development</> -> <LS>Program maintenance</> ->
<LS>ABAP/4 development</>. Then define a background job for this
variant with <LS>Program</> -> <LS>Background jobs</>.
Narrow down your search by specifying a range to search for. To do
this, enter complete names in the fields <LS>Package</> and <LS>To
package</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD154 - Start generic analysis in the background ?

  The SAP error message SD154, which states "Start generic analysis in the background," typically occurs in the context of Sales and Distribution (SD) processes when there is a need for a detailed analysis of data that cannot be processed in real-time due to the volume of data or complexity of the analysis.
  Cause:
  
  Data Volume: The analysis may involve a large amount of data that cannot be processed in the foreground due to performance constraints.
  Complex Queries: The query or report being executed may be too complex or resource-intensive to run in real-time.
  System Performance: The system may be experiencing performance issues, making it difficult to execute the analysis in the foreground.
  Background Job Configuration: The system may be configured to require certain types of analyses to be run as background jobs.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Run in Background: Follow the instructions in the error message to run the analysis in the background. This can typically be done by:
  
  Going to the relevant transaction (e.g., VA05 for sales orders).
  Selecting the option to run the report or analysis in the background.
  Scheduling the job and providing the necessary parameters.
  
  
  
  Check Job Status: After scheduling the background job, you can check the status of the job using transaction code SM37. This will allow you to monitor the job's progress and view any logs or errors that may occur.
  
  
  Optimize Queries: If you frequently encounter this error, consider optimizing the queries or reports to reduce their complexity or data volume. This may involve:
  
  Limiting the date range or selection criteria.
  Using indexes or aggregations to speed up data retrieval.
  
  
  
  System Performance: If the system is consistently slow, it may be worth investigating overall system performance. This could involve:
  
  Checking for system resource bottlenecks (CPU, memory, disk I/O).
  Consulting with your Basis team to ensure that the system is properly tuned and configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific transaction or report you are using for additional guidance.
  
  
  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 SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific report or transaction you are using.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to run background jobs and access the data required for the analysis.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with SAP support for further assistance.