How To Fix CNV_MBT_SHELL287 - The current client &1 is not the BW client &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_MBT_SHELL - Shell Creation

• Message number: 287

• Message text: The current client &1 is not the BW client &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_MBT_SHELL287 - The current client &1 is not the BW client &2 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_MBT_SHELL287 indicates that there is a mismatch between the current client and the Business Warehouse (BW) client during a data migration or conversion process. This error typically arises in the context of using the SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT) or during data migration activities where specific clients are expected to be used.
  Cause:
  
  Client Mismatch: The error occurs when the system is trying to perform an operation in a client that is not the designated BW client. This can happen if the user is logged into the wrong client or if the configuration settings are incorrect.
  Configuration Issues: The BW client may not be properly configured in the system, or the migration process may not be set up to point to the correct client.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BW client.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Current Client: Verify that you are logged into the correct client. You can check the current client in the SAP GUI at the top right corner of the screen.
  Switch Clients: If you are in the wrong client, log out and log back into the correct BW client as specified in the error message.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for the migration process are correctly pointing to the intended BW client. This may involve checking the settings in the transaction codes related to data migration or transformation.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the BW client. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific migration or transformation process you are executing for any additional configuration steps or prerequisites.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSCUSTV0 (BW Customizing) to check configurations.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific migration process you are working on. SAP Notes often provide insights into known issues and their resolutions.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and the context in which it occurred.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNV_MBT_SHELL287 error and continue with your data migration or transformation activities.