How To Fix TA349 - Copy canceled; restart required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 349

• Message text: Copy canceled; restart required

What causes this issue?

The main client copy process has been cancelled at least once.

System Response

The copy cancelled itself after copying the tables, because the
cancellation lost information needed to complete the copy.

How to fix this error?

Check the copy log (transaction SCC3) and the system log (transaction
SM21) and, if necessary
the Dump Analysis (transaction ST22)
the Developer Trace (transaction ST11)
the spool entries for your Job Schedule (transaction SM37)
Remove the cause of the error and restart the copy.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TA349 - Copy canceled; restart required ?

  The SAP error message TA349 "Copy canceled; restart required" typically occurs during a data transfer or copy process, such as when using transaction codes for data migration, system copy, or transport requests. This error indicates that the operation was interrupted or failed, and the system requires a restart to continue.
  Causes:
  
  Interruption in Process: The copy process may have been interrupted due to network issues, system crashes, or user intervention.
  Insufficient Resources: Lack of system resources (like memory or disk space) can lead to the failure of the copy process.
  Lock Conflicts: If another process is locking the resources needed for the copy, it can cause the operation to fail.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the system configuration can lead to errors during the copy process.
  Data Integrity Issues: Corrupted data or inconsistencies in the source data can also lead to failures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Restart the Process: As the error message suggests, you should restart the copy process. Ensure that you follow the correct procedure for restarting.
  Check System Resources: Verify that the system has sufficient resources (CPU, memory, disk space) available before restarting the process.
  Review Logs: Check the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong.
  Clear Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for and clear any locks that may be preventing the copy process from completing.
  Configuration Review: Ensure that all configurations related to the copy process are correct and in line with SAP best practices.
  Data Validation: If data integrity is suspected, validate the source data for any inconsistencies or corruption.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ST22 (Dump Analysis), SM21 (System Log), and SLG1 (Application Log) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific process you are working on, as it may provide additional context or troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the TA349 error and successfully complete your copy process.