How To Fix TG265 - Starting report & with variant & in background

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TG - Messages for Upgrade Repository Switch

• Message number: 265

• Message text: Starting report & with variant & in background

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TG265 - Starting report & with variant & in background ?

  The SAP error message TG265 typically indicates an issue when trying to start a report in the background using a specific variant. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help resolve the issue.
  Cause
  
  Incorrect Variant: The variant specified for the report may not exist or may not be correctly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the report in the background.
  Report Configuration: The report itself may have issues, such as missing parameters or incorrect settings.
  Background Job Configuration: There may be issues with the background job configuration or the job scheduling settings.
  System Issues: There could be system-related issues, such as problems with the background processing system or job server.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Variant:
  
  Ensure that the variant specified in the job is valid and exists for the report.
  Verify that the variant is correctly configured with the necessary parameters.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the required authorizations to execute the report in the background.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Validate Report Settings:
  
  Review the report settings to ensure that all required parameters are correctly set.
  Test running the report in the foreground with the same variant to see if it executes without issues.
  
  
  
  Check Background Job Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code SM37 to monitor background jobs and check for any failed jobs related to the report.
  Review the job log for any specific error messages that can provide more context.
  
  
  
  System Health Check:
  
  Ensure that the background processing system is functioning correctly.
  Check for any system alerts or issues that may affect background job processing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific report for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SE38: Execute reports.
  SU53: Analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to the report or error message TG265.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the TG265 error and implement a suitable solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.