How To Fix /SAPPCE/DPCM1813 - Company code &1: You must first start a migration run

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPCE/DPCM1 -

• Message number: 813

• Message text: Company code &1: You must first start a migration run

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1813 - Company code &1: You must first start a migration run ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1813 Company code &1: You must first start a migration run typically occurs in the context of the SAP Central Finance (CFIN) or SAP S/4HANA migration processes. This error indicates that a migration run has not been initiated for the specified company code, which is a prerequisite for certain operations or processes in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Migration Not Started: The primary cause of this error is that the migration process for the specified company code has not been initiated. This could be due to oversight or a failure in the migration setup.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to the migration process, which could prevent the migration run from being started.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to start the migration run may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Start the Migration Run:
  
  Navigate to the appropriate transaction or application where the migration process is managed (e.g., transaction /SAPPCE/MIGRUN).
  Select the company code in question and initiate the migration run.
  Ensure that all required parameters and settings are correctly configured before starting the migration.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the migration process to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Verify that the company code is included in the migration scope.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to start the migration run. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation or guides related to the migration process for specific steps and requirements.
  
  
  
  Error Logs:
  
  Check the system logs or error logs for any additional information that may provide insights into why the migration run was not started.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on the migration process.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Resources: Consider accessing training materials or resources related to SAP Central Finance or S/4HANA migrations to better understand the process and requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully initiate the migration run for the specified company code.