How To Fix TA184 - A restart is not possible with a test run, start a complete run

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TA - Extended table maintenance (eval., Customizing, client copy)

• Message number: 184

• Message text: A restart is not possible with a test run, start a complete run

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TA184 - A restart is not possible with a test run, start a complete run ?

  The SAP error message TA184 indicates that a restart of a process is not possible because the system is currently in a test run mode. This error typically occurs when you attempt to restart a job or process that was initially executed in test mode, which does not allow for a restart.
  Cause:
  
  Test Run Mode: The job or process was executed in test mode (often indicated by a parameter like TEST or NOUPDATE), which is designed to simulate the execution without making any actual changes to the database.
  Restart Attempt: You are trying to restart a job that was not completed in a mode that allows for a restart, as test runs do not create the necessary logs or checkpoints for a restart.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that you are running the job or process in a mode that allows for a restart. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Change Execution Mode:
  
  If you want to perform a complete run, ensure that you are not using the test run parameters. Remove any flags or settings that indicate a test run.
  For example, if you are using a transaction code or program, make sure to execute it without the test run option.
  
  
  
  Check Job Configuration:
  
  If this error occurs in the context of a scheduled job, check the job configuration in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) or SM36 (Job Scheduling) to ensure it is set to run in the correct mode.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Job:
  
  After ensuring that the job is set to run in the correct mode, you can re-run the job or process.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  If you are unsure why the job was initially run in test mode, review the logs or documentation related to the job to understand its intended execution context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Job Scheduling
  SE38: Execute ABAP programs
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for specific programs or transactions to understand their parameters and execution modes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the job or process you are working with.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TA184 error and successfully execute the job or process in the desired mode.