How To Fix DMC_GENERAL118 - No active file assigned to the migration object

DMC_GENERAL118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_GENERAL - MWB: General Messages

• Message number: 118

• Message text: No active file assigned to the migration object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_GENERAL118 - No active file assigned to the migration object ?

  The SAP error message DMC_GENERAL118 indicates that there is no active file assigned to the migration object you are trying to work with. This error typically occurs in the context of data migration using the SAP Data Migration Cockpit (DMC) or similar tools.
  
  Cause:
  
  No File Uploaded: The most common cause is that you have not uploaded any data file for the migration object.
  File Not Activated: The file may have been uploaded but not activated or assigned correctly to the migration object.
  Incorrect Object Selection: You might be trying to execute a migration process without having the correct migration object selected or configured.
  Session Issues: There could be issues with the session or the data migration cockpit not recognizing the uploaded file.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Upload the File: Ensure that you have uploaded the necessary data file for the migration object. This file should contain the data you want to migrate.
  Activate the File: After uploading, make sure to