How To Fix S_CMI_EXIT008 - No active copy run found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_CMI_EXIT - Messages used in client copy exits

• Message number: 008

• Message text: No active copy run found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_CMI_EXIT008 - No active copy run found ?

  The SAP error message S_CMI_EXIT008: No active copy run found typically occurs in the context of data archiving or data management processes within SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is unable to find an active copy run for the data archiving process you are trying to execute. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  No Active Copy Run: The most straightforward cause is that there is no active copy run available for the data you are trying to archive or manage.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to initiate the archiving process may not match any existing copy runs.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the archiving object or the related settings in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the copy runs or perform the archiving process.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or problems with the archiving object.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Active Copy Runs: 
  
  Go to the transaction code SARA (Archive Administration) and check if there are any active copy runs for the archiving object you are working with.
  If there are no active copy runs, you may need to create one.
  
  
  
  Create a New Copy Run:
  
  If no active copy run exists, you can create a new one by following the steps in the archiving process. Ensure that you select the correct parameters and criteria.
  
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria:
  
  Double-check the selection criteria you are using to ensure they are correct and relevant to the data you want to archive.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the archiving process has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction code SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance. They may need to investigate deeper into the system configuration or database.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration), SARI (Archive Information System), and SARCHIV (Archive Management).
  Archiving Objects: Understand the specific archiving objects you are working with, as each may have unique requirements and configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed guidance on archiving processes and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.