How To Fix CFD_SUPPORT_REGISTRY008 - Please specify a snapshot file for the old as well as for the new version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_SUPPORT_REGISTRY - Messages thrown in extensibility registry support tools

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Please specify a snapshot file for the old as well as for the new version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_SUPPORT_REGISTRY008 - Please specify a snapshot file for the old as well as for the new version ?

  The SAP error message CFD_SUPPORT_REGISTRY008 indicates that there is a requirement to specify a snapshot file for both the old and new versions of a component or system during a support package or upgrade process. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Cloud Platform or when dealing with the Cloud Foundry environment.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system is unable to find the necessary snapshot files that are required to compare the old and new versions of the application or service. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Snapshot Files: The required snapshot files for the old or new version are not available in the specified location.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings may not point to the correct paths for the snapshot files.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a mismatch in the versions being compared, leading to the inability to locate the appropriate snapshots.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CFD_SUPPORT_REGISTRY008 error, you can follow these