How To Fix DT608 - No action taken (Control parameters were inactive)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DT - Table activation (incl. indexes)

• Message number: 608

• Message text: No action taken (Control parameters were inactive)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DT608 - No action taken (Control parameters were inactive) ?

  The SAP error message DT608 ("No action taken (Control parameters were inactive)") typically occurs in the context of data transfer or data processing activities within SAP, particularly when dealing with data transfer processes (DTP) or data extraction.
  Cause:
  The error message DT608 indicates that the control parameters for the data transfer or processing activity are inactive. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  
  Inactive Control Parameters: The control parameters that govern the data transfer process may not be activated. This could be due to a configuration issue or a change in the settings that has not been properly activated.
  
  
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which data is being extracted may not be properly configured or may be inactive.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the data transfer may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the data model or inconsistencies in the data.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DT608 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Control Parameters:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Navigate to the Data Transfer Process (DTP) or InfoPackage that is causing the issue.
  Ensure that the control parameters are active. If they are inactive, activate them.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the data source to ensure it is active and properly set up.
  If necessary, reactivate the data source.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the process has the necessary authorizations to perform the data transfer.
  Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  Review the logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  If there are inconsistencies in the data model, consider running consistency checks or reactivating the affected objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSPC (Process Chain), and other relevant transaction codes for monitoring and managing data transfer processes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to the DT608 error.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the DT608 error in your SAP environment.