How To Fix RSDA136 - Processing is in test mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDA - BW Archiving: Messages

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Processing is in test mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDA136 - Processing is in test mode ?

  The SAP error message RSDA136, which states "Processing is in test mode," typically occurs when you are trying to execute a Data Transfer Process (DTP) or a similar operation in a test mode rather than in production mode. This is a common scenario in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA environments.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the DTP or process you are trying to execute is set to run in test mode. In test mode, the system simulates the execution of the process without making any actual changes to the data. This is useful for validating the process without affecting the production data.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to switch the execution mode from test mode to production mode. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Open the DTP or Process Chain: Navigate to the Data Transfer Process (DTP) or the process chain that you are trying to execute.
  
  
  Check Execution Settings: Look for the execution settings or options. This is usually found in the properties or settings of the DTP.
  
  
  Change to Production Mode: If there is an option to run in test mode, uncheck it or select the option to run in production mode. 
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the changes, save the settings.
  
  
  Re-execute the Process: Try running the DTP or process chain again. It should now execute without the RSDA136 error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Test Mode vs. Production Mode: Understanding the difference between test and production modes is crucial. Test mode is for validation and does not affect the actual data, while production mode performs the actual data transfer or processing.
  
  
  Monitoring and Logs: If you continue to face issues, check the logs and monitoring tools in SAP BW to gather more information about the execution and any other potential errors.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on DTPs and their configurations, as well as best practices for data processing in SAP BW.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to change the execution mode and run the DTP in production mode.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDA136 error and successfully execute your data processing tasks in SAP.