How To Fix RS_B4HANA_TRANSFER063 - Transfer of InfoProvider &1 already started with different start object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_B4HANA_TRANSFER - Messages for object transfer

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Transfer of InfoProvider &1 already started with different start object

What causes this issue?

Transfer of InfoProvider &v1& started with start object &v2&, but was
not finished successfully.

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?

Finish transferring start object &v2& before continuing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_B4HANA_TRANSFER063 - Transfer of InfoProvider &1 already started with different start object ?

  The SAP error message RS_B4HANA_TRANSFER063 indicates that there is an ongoing data transfer process for the specified InfoProvider (&1), but it has been initiated with a different start object than the one currently being used. This can occur in scenarios where multiple data transfer processes are initiated for the same InfoProvider, leading to conflicts.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Data Transfers: The most common cause of this error is that a data transfer process (DTP) is already running for the specified InfoProvider, and a new transfer is being attempted with a different start object (e.g., different source or filter settings).
  Long-Running Processes: If a previous data transfer is taking longer than expected, it may block subsequent transfers.
  System Configuration Issues: Misconfiguration in the data transfer settings or process chains can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Running Processes: 
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1) and check the status of the data transfer processes. Look for any active processes for the InfoProvider in question.
  You can also use transaction SM37 to monitor background jobs and see if there are any jobs related to the InfoProvider that are still running.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion: If you find that a data transfer is currently running, you may need to wait for it to complete before starting a new one.
  
  
  Terminate Stuck Processes: If a process is stuck or taking too long, you may need to terminate it. Be cautious when doing this, as it may lead to data inconsistencies. Use transaction SM37 to cancel the job if necessary.
  
  
  Review Process Chains: If the data transfer is part of a process chain, review the chain to ensure that it is configured correctly and that there are no conflicts with the start objects.
  
  
  Adjust Start Objects: If you need to run a new transfer with a different start object, consider modifying the existing transfer to accommodate the new requirements or ensure that the previous transfer is completed first.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Sometimes, database locks can cause this issue. Check for any locks on the InfoProvider and resolve them if necessary.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  RSPC: Process Chain Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on data transfer processes and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RS_B4HANA_TRANSFER063 error and successfully manage your data transfer processes in SAP.