How To Fix M2650 - BW transfer structure &1 cannot be processed in copy management

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M2 - LIS: Generating and updating info structures

• Message number: 650

• Message text: BW transfer structure &1 cannot be processed in copy management

What causes this issue?

You cannot edit the BW transfer info structures S260 to S264 in copy
management (transaction MCSZ) and in the version copier (report
RMCSISCP).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

As of plug-in 2000.1, a new version copier for transfer info structures
(transaction LBW2) lets you copy and delete statistical data in
transfer structures Snnn (with LIS environment set up for SAP BW) and
the corresponding delta tables SnnnBIW1 and SnnnBIW2.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2650 - BW transfer structure &1 cannot be processed in copy management ?

  The SAP error message M2650, which states "BW transfer structure &1 cannot be processed in copy management," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there are issues related to the transfer structure used in the data transfer process. This error can arise during the copying of data from one InfoProvider to another or when trying to manage data flows in BW.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Transfer Structure: The specified transfer structure may not exist or may not be correctly defined in the system.
  Inconsistent Data Model: There may be inconsistencies in the data model, such as missing or incorrectly configured InfoObjects.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or manipulate the transfer structure.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues with the BW system, such as problems with the underlying database or system configuration.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the transfer structure may not be compatible with the current BW version or the data source.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Transfer Structure: Verify that the transfer structure specified in the error message exists and is correctly defined. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1) and checking the transfer structure settings.
  Review Data Model: Ensure that all InfoObjects and InfoProviders involved in the transfer are correctly defined and activated. Check for any inconsistencies or missing objects.
  User Authorizations: Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and manipulate the transfer structure. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Recreate Transfer Structure: If the transfer structure is corrupted or misconfigured, consider recreating it. Make sure to back up any necessary configurations before doing this.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSC1 (Create InfoSource), and RSC2 (Change InfoSource) for managing BW objects.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for BW and data transfer processes for more detailed guidance on managing transfer structures and troubleshooting errors.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other SAP BW users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.