How To Fix SWDC200 - Report &1 started as background job &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWDC - Web Dynpro: Conversion

• Message number: 200

• Message text: Report &1 started as background job &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWDC200 - Report &1 started as background job &2 ?

  The SAP error message SWDC200 indicates that a report (denoted as &1) has been started as a background job (denoted as &2). This message is typically informational rather than an error, and it is generated when a report is executed in the background rather than in the foreground.
  Cause:
  
  Background Job Execution: The report is being executed as a background job, which is a common practice for long-running processes or when the user does not need to wait for the report to complete.
  User Action: The user may have explicitly chosen to run the report in the background, or it may have been scheduled to run at a specific time.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Status: You can check the status of the background job using transaction code SM37. This will allow you to see if the job has completed successfully, is still running, or has encountered an error.
  Review Job Logs: If the job has completed, you can review the job logs to see the output and any potential issues that may have occurred during execution.
  Adjust Job Parameters: If the report needs to be run in the foreground for immediate results, you can manually execute it without the background option.
  Monitor Performance: If the report is taking too long to run in the background, consider optimizing the report or checking for performance issues in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SM21: Check system logs for any related issues.
  ST22: Analyze dumps that may have occurred during the job execution.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for specific reports to understand their parameters and execution options.
  User Training: Ensure users are trained on how to run reports in both foreground and background modes, and understand the implications of each.
  
  If you encounter further issues or specific errors related to the background job, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or refer to SAP Notes for more detailed troubleshooting steps.