How To Fix WS688 - Parameter ignored: background processing (S_BATCHA)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 688

• Message text: Parameter ignored: background processing (S_BATCHA)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS688 - Parameter ignored: background processing (S_BATCHA) ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WS688 Parameter ignored: background processing (S_BATCHA)
  
  Cause
  This message typically appears when a parameter related to background processing is specified in a context where it is not applicable or is ignored by the system. Specifically, the parameter S_BATCHA (which relates to background processing) is being passed or set, but the system determines that it should be ignored in the current operation.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  Attempting to schedule or execute a job with parameters that are only valid in dialog (foreground) processing.
  Using a transaction or function module that does not support background processing parameters.
  Passing background processing parameters in a context where the system expects dialog processing.
  
  
  Explanation
  
  S_BATCHA is a selection parameter or variant related to background job processing.
  The system issues message WS688 to inform that the parameter is ignored because the current processing mode or transaction does not support or require it.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the context of the parameter usage:
  
  Verify if the parameter S_BATCHA is being passed in a dialog transaction or report that does not support background processing.
  Remove or adjust the parameter if it is not applicable.
  
  
  
  Adjust job scheduling or execution method:
  
  If you intend to run a report or program in the background, ensure you are using the correct transaction (e.g., SM36 for job scheduling).
  If running interactively, do not pass background processing parameters.
  
  
  
  Review the program or variant:
  
  If a variant or selection screen includes S_BATCHA, check if it is necessary.
  Modify the variant to exclude background processing parameters when running interactively.
  
  
  
  Check custom code or user exits:
  
  If custom code or enhancements are involved, ensure that parameters related to background processing are handled correctly depending on the mode of execution.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  This message is informational and does not usually stop processing; it just informs that the parameter is ignored.
  It is important to understand the difference between dialog and background processing in SAP:
  
  Dialog processing: User interacts with the system in real-time.
  Background processing: Jobs run asynchronously without user interaction.
  
  
  Parameters or selection options relevant only to background jobs should not be used in dialog mode.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Message ID
  WS688
  
  
  Parameter
  S_BATCHA (background processing parameter)
  
  
  Cause
  Parameter passed in a context where it is ignored (e.g., dialog mode)
  
  
  Effect
  Parameter ignored, no impact on processing
  
  
  Solution
  Remove or adjust parameter usage according to processing mode (dialog vs background)
  
  
  
  
  If you need further help, please provide details about where and how the parameter is being used (transaction, program, variant, etc.).