How To Fix FVD_CHGPTR008 - Test run - no change pointers have been generated

FVD_CHGPTR008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_CHGPTR - Message Class for Chane Pointers

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Test run - no change pointers have been generated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_CHGPTR008 - Test run - no change pointers have been generated ?

  The SAP error message FVD_CHGPTR008 indicates that during a test run, no change pointers have been generated. This typically occurs in the context of change pointer processing, which is used in SAP systems to track changes to data for various purposes, such as data replication or integration.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Changes Made: The most common reason for this error is that there were no changes made to the relevant data during the test run. Change pointers are only generated when there are actual changes to the data.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of change pointers in the system. This includes settings related to the message type, object type, or the relevant application area.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the test run may not match any records that have been changed, leading to no change pointers being generated.
  Change Pointer Activation: Change pointers may not be activated for the specific object