How To Fix RSAPI_CTC037 - System copy automation does not support BW only system copy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAPI_CTC - Messages to be shown for BW SAPI configurations

• Message number: 037

• Message text: System copy automation does not support BW only system copy

Diagnosis
You have decided to use the system copy automation for a BW system. You
want to restore a connected source system and the source system will not
be copied. This corresponds to Scenario Group B as per note 886102.
However, the automation tool does not support this scenario yet.
System Response
With this selection, it will not be possible to proceed with the system
copy.
Procedure
It is not possible to restore BW source system after Copy.
In the <ZK>Parameter</> dialog of task CL_RSAPI_GET_SYSTEM_SELECTION
under <ZK>Connected BW Source Systems</>, select the checkbox <ZK>Will
be copied as well </>for all source systems.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAPI_CTC037 - System copy automation does not support BW only system copy ?

  The SAP error message RSAPI_CTC037 indicates that the system copy automation process does not support a BW (Business Warehouse) only system copy. This error typically arises when attempting to perform a system copy operation on a BW system using the standard tools or methods that are not designed for BW systems.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incompatibility: The system copy automation tools are primarily designed for ABAP-based systems and may not support BW-only systems due to the specific architecture and data models used in BW.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured correctly for a BW-only copy, leading to the error.
  Version Mismatch: The tools or methods being used may not be compatible with the version of the BW system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Appropriate Tools: Ensure that you are using the correct tools for performing a system copy of a BW system. SAP provides specific guidelines and tools for BW system copies, such as the Software Provisioning Manager (SWPM) or