How To Fix SB203 - Test run: No versions archived

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SB - Version Management Messages

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Test run: No versions archived

What causes this issue?

In the test run of the archiving program, only the number of objects to
be archived is determined, no data is written to the archive.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you want to archive versions, execute the archiving program without
selecting the parameter "Test run".

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SB203 - Test run: No versions archived ?

  The SAP error message "SB203 Test run: No versions archived" typically occurs when you are trying to execute a test run for a program or transaction that requires archived versions of data, but no such versions are available in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with transport requests, version management, or data archiving.
  Cause:
  
  No Archived Versions: The primary cause of this error is that there are no archived versions of the data or objects that the system is trying to access.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be configured correctly to archive versions, or the archiving process may not have been executed.
  Test Run Context: The test run you are attempting may not have any relevant data to work with, leading to the absence of archived versions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archiving Settings: Ensure that the archiving settings are correctly configured in your SAP system. You may need to review the archiving object settings and ensure that the relevant data is being archived.
  Perform Archiving: If no versions are archived, you may need to run the archiving process for the relevant objects. This can typically be done through transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration).
  Review Test Run Parameters: Check the parameters you are using for the test run. Ensure that you are targeting the correct objects or data that should have archived versions.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or program you are working with to understand the requirements for archived versions.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a critical issue affecting your operations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (for archiving), SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools), and SE10 (Transport Organizer).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific error message or the context in which it occurs. SAP Notes often provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on archiving and version management to ensure you are following best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the "SB203 Test run: No versions archived" error effectively.