How To Fix TA389 - Client copy process run by &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 389

• Message text: Client copy process run by &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TA389 - Client copy process run by &1 ?

  The SAP error message TA389 typically indicates that a client copy process is being executed by a user or process that does not have the necessary authorizations or is not allowed to perform the operation. This error can occur during various types of client copy operations, such as local client copies, remote client copies, or client export/import processes.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the client copy may not have the required authorizations to perform the operation.
  Client Settings: The client settings may restrict certain operations, including client copies.
  Background Job Issues: If the client copy is being run as a background job, there may be issues with the job configuration or the user under which the job is running.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform client copy operations. This typically includes roles such as SAP_ALL or specific roles that grant access to client copy transactions.
  Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Review Client Settings:
  
  Check the client settings in transaction SCC4 to ensure that the client is configured to allow client copy operations.
  Ensure that the client is not set to "no changes allowed" or similar restrictions.
  
  
  
  Run as a Different User:
  
  If the client copy is being executed as a background job, consider running it as a user with the appropriate authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Background Job Configuration:
  
  If the client copy is scheduled as a background job, verify the job configuration in transaction SM37 to ensure it is set up correctly and that the user has the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCC1: Local client copy
  SCC2: Client copy with a different client
  SCC3: Client copy log
  SCC4: Client administration
  SM37: Monitor background jobs
  SU53: Display authorization check
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on client copy processes and authorization requirements.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to contact your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.