How To Fix FDM_MIRROR242 - Transfer of general data from system &1 is starting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDM_MIRROR - Mirror System Messages

• Message number: 242

• Message text: Transfer of general data from system &1 is starting

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDM_MIRROR242 - Transfer of general data from system &1 is starting ?

  The SAP error message FDM_MIRROR242, which states "Transfer of general data from system &1 is starting," typically indicates that there is an ongoing process related to the transfer of general data from one system to another within the SAP landscape. This message is often seen in the context of data migration or system integration scenarios, particularly when using SAP's Financial Data Management (FDM) or similar modules.
  
  Cause:
  
  Ongoing Data Transfer: The message suggests that a data transfer process is currently in progress. This could be due to a scheduled job or a manual data transfer initiated by a user.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the source or target system that are causing delays or issues in the data transfer process.
  Network Issues: If the systems are connected over a network, any network latency or connectivity issues could impact the data transfer.
  Locking Issues: If the data being transferred is locked by another