How To Fix TA710 - A second client copy job is currently in progress

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 710

• Message text: A second client copy job is currently in progress

What causes this issue?

A client copy is currently being carried out in the target client.
Consequently, you client copy run was stopped.

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?

Wait until the end of the current client copy run and establish whether
the run you require is still necessary. If so, start the run a second
time.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TA710 - A second client copy job is currently in progress ?

  The SAP error message TA710 indicates that a second client copy job is currently in progress, which prevents the initiation of another client copy until the first one is completed. This is a common issue in SAP environments where multiple client copy operations are attempted simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Client Copy Jobs: The primary cause of this error is that there is already an active client copy job running in the system. SAP does not allow multiple client copy jobs to run at the same time to prevent data inconsistencies and resource contention.
  Long-running Jobs: If a client copy job is taking longer than expected, it may block subsequent jobs from starting.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to restrict the number of concurrent client copy jobs.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Jobs: Use transaction code SM37 to check for any active background jobs. Look for jobs related to client copy (e.g., jobs with the name "RSCONN01" or similar).
  Wait for Completion: If you find an active client copy job, you will need to wait for it to complete before starting a new one.
  Cancel the Job: If the active job is stuck or taking too long, you may consider canceling it (if you have the necessary permissions) and then starting your client copy job. Be cautious with this approach, as canceling a job can lead to data inconsistencies.
  Review Job Logs: If a job is taking too long, review the job logs for any errors or issues that may have caused the delay.
  System Configuration: If you frequently encounter this issue, consider reviewing the system configuration to see if adjustments can be made to allow for more concurrent jobs, if appropriate for your environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SCCL: Client copy (local).
  SCC9: Client copy (remote).
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to client copy jobs.
  Performance Monitoring: Regularly monitor system performance and job execution times to identify potential bottlenecks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for best practices on managing client copies and understanding the implications of concurrent jobs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TA710 error and successfully initiate your client copy job.