How To Fix BA564 - Production mode variant &1 has a test indicator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 564

• Message text: Production mode variant &1 has a test indicator

What causes this issue?

The test indicator has been selected for production mode variant &V1&,
which is entered in the settings for the delete program.

System Response

Although you thought production mode was running, the data was not
deleted from the database.

How to fix this error?

Correct production mode variant &V1& (select the production mode
indicator) or enter a correctly maintained production mode variant.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA564 - Production mode variant &1 has a test indicator ?

  The SAP error message BA564 indicates that a production mode variant has been defined with a test indicator. This typically occurs in the context of batch management or production planning, where certain variants are expected to be used in production environments without test indicators.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A variant that is intended for production use has been incorrectly marked with a test indicator.
  This can happen due to configuration errors or when a variant is copied from a test environment to a production environment without removing the test indicator.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Variant: Determine which variant is causing the issue. The error message will usually provide the name of the variant (indicated by &1).
  
  
  Check the Variant Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction where the variant is defined (e.g., transaction code SE38 for ABAP programs).
  Locate the variant in question.
  
  
  
  Modify the Variant:
  
  Open the variant for editing.
  Look for the test indicator setting. This is usually a checkbox or a field that indicates whether the variant is for testing or production.
  Remove the test indicator if it is set.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save the variant.
  
  
  Test the Changes: Run the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use different transaction codes to access the relevant settings (e.g., SE38 for ABAP programs, or specific transaction codes for batch management).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more details on managing variants and understanding the implications of test indicators.
  Transport Requests: If the variant was transported from a development or test system, ensure that the transport request does not include test indicators for production variants.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be underlying configuration issues or system settings that need to be addressed.