How To Fix S1480 - No volumes given (take them from init_sap)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S1 - Statistik / SAP-Monitor

• Message number: 480

• Message text: No volumes given (take them from init_sap)

What causes this issue?

You entered no volumes to be used for the backup action.

System Response

The volumes will automatically be taken from the volume list given in
the init<SID>.sap file.

How to fix this error?

If you want to know which volumes will be used you may use the 'volumes
needed' button for this action. Note that this information assumes that
no other backup actions which may use the same volumes are executed
before this action will be executed.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S1480 - No volumes given (take them from init_sap) ?

  The SAP error message S1480 "No volumes given (take them from init_sap)" typically occurs in the context of SAP's database management or during the initialization of the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary volume information required for the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Volume Information: The error usually arises when the system is unable to retrieve the volume information from the initialization parameters. This can happen if the initialization file (init_sap) is not properly configured or if the required parameters are missing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the database or the SAP system itself, leading to the inability to access or read the volume information.
  Database Connectivity: If there are connectivity issues with the database, it may not be able to fetch the required volume details.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Initialization File: Review the init_sap file (or the relevant initialization file for your database) to ensure that all necessary volume parameters are correctly defined. Look for parameters related to volume configuration and ensure they are not commented out or missing.
  
  
  Database Configuration: Ensure that the database is properly configured and that the SAP system has the necessary permissions to access the database and its configuration files.
  
  
  Restart SAP Services: Sometimes, simply restarting the SAP services or the database can resolve transient issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  Check for Updates: Ensure that your SAP system and database are up to date with the latest patches and updates, as this can resolve known issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or the specific database documentation for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your database administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to this error message for any specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Database Documentation: Depending on the database you are using (e.g., Oracle, HANA, SQL Server), consult the relevant documentation for configuration details and troubleshooting steps.
  Logs: Review the SAP system logs and database logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the S1480 error in your SAP system.