How To Fix IV608 - Program & is running as a test session; no updates, only list output

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IV - Elementary Steps of Incremental Conversion (ICNV)

• Message number: 608

• Message text: Program & is running as a test session; no updates, only list output

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IV608 - Program & is running as a test session; no updates, only list output ?

  The SAP error message IV608 indicates that a program is running in test mode, which means that it is not performing any updates to the database. Instead, it is only generating output for review. This is a common scenario in SAP when you want to test a program or transaction without making any changes to the data.
  Cause:
  
  Test Mode Activation: The program is executed in a test mode, which is often indicated by the use of a specific parameter or flag that tells the system to run without making any updates.
  User Settings: The user may have set their session to run in test mode, either intentionally or unintentionally.
  Program Logic: The program itself may be designed to run in test mode based on certain conditions or configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Execution Parameters: Ensure that the program is not being executed with a test mode parameter. If you are using a transaction code, check if there is an option to run it in update mode.
  Review User Settings: Check your user settings or session parameters to ensure that you are not in a test mode. You can do this by looking at the session options or preferences.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to run the program in update mode, refer to the program documentation or help files for guidance on execution options.
  Contact Support: If you are still unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Test Mode: Running programs in test mode is a common practice in SAP to ensure that the logic works correctly before applying changes to the database.
  Transaction Codes: Some transaction codes have specific flags or options that allow you to switch between test and update modes.
  Debugging: If you are a developer or have access to debugging tools, you can step through the program to see where it is determining that it should run in test mode.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IV608 error and run the program in the desired mode.