How To Fix RSCNV018 - Filling methods not supported because change log is not empty

RSCNV018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCNV - Messages class for Metadata Remodeling Toolbox

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Filling methods not supported because change log is not empty

What causes this issue?

The change log is not empty. Remodeling involves a change of structure,
which could lead to inconsistencies.

System Response

The system does not allow you to use the filling method in remodeling.

How to fix this error?

Do one of the following:
Go back and empty the change log. Then run the remodeling again.
Remodeling should proceed normally.
Change the remodeling rule. Do not use any filling methods. InfoObjects
are filled with default values.

Procedure for System Administrators

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.

RSCNV018 - Details

• The SAP error message RSCNV018 indicates that there is an issue with the filling methods in the context of data migration or data transfer processes, specifically when the change log is not empty. This error typically arises during data transfer processes, such as when using the SAP Data Transfer Workbench or during data migration projects.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system detects that the change log for the data being processed is not empty. This situation can arise in the following scenarios:
  
  There are existing entries in the change log that have not been processed or cleared.
  The system is trying to apply a filling method (like a delta load) that requires an empty change log to function correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSCNV018 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Change Log:
  
  Review the change log for the relevant data. You can do this by accessing the relevant transaction or table where the change log