How To Fix /SAPDMC/LSMW501 - Data transfer started for object '&' (project '&', subobject '&')

/SAPDMC/LSMW501 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPDMC/LSMW -

• Message number: 501

• Message text: Data transfer started for object '&' (project '&', subobject '&')

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW501 - Data transfer started for object '&' (project '&', subobject '&') ?

  The SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW501 typically indicates that a data transfer process has been initiated for a specific object in the Legacy System Migration Workbench (LSMW). This message is informational rather than an error, and it usually signifies that the data transfer has started successfully for the specified project and subobject.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Transfer Initiation: The message is generated when a data transfer process is initiated for a specific object in LSMW. It indicates that the system is processing the data transfer.
  Project and Subobject Identification: The placeholders & in the message represent the project name and subobject name, which are being processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  Since this message is informational, there is typically no action required unless you encounter issues after this message. However, if you are facing problems with the data transfer, consider the following steps:
  
  Monitor the Process: Check the status of the data transfer in the LSMW transaction. Ensure that it completes successfully.
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