How To Fix TO181 - Release in background: Activated (by user &1)

TO181 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TO - Transport Organizer and Tools

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Release in background: Activated (by user &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TO181 - Release in background: Activated (by user &1) ?

  The SAP error message TO181, which states "Release in background: Activated (by user &1)," typically occurs in the context of warehouse management and inventory management processes. This message indicates that a user has activated the background processing for a release strategy, which may not be appropriate for the current operation or context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Background Processing Activated: The error is triggered when a user has set the system to release a document (like a transfer order) in the background, but the system is unable to process it due to certain conditions not being met.
  User Settings: The user who activated the background processing may not have the necessary authorizations or the correct settings in their user profile.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the warehouse management settings that prevent the background release from being processed correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Settings: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations and settings to perform background processing. This