What are the different types of client copy methods in SAP system and how do you perform a client copy?

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Types of Client Copy Methods in SAP System

There are three main types of client copy methods in SAP system:

  • Local Client Copy: This method is used to copy clients within the same SAP system.
  • Remote Client Copy: This method is used to copy clients between different SAP systems.
  • Client Export/Import: This method involves exporting data from one client and importing it into another client.

How to Perform a Client Copy in SAP System

To perform a client copy in SAP system, follow these steps:

  1. Login to SAP system using a user with appropriate authorizations.
  2. Go to transaction code SCCL for client copy.
  3. Select the appropriate client copy method (local, remote, export/import).
  4. Enter the source client and target client details.
  5. Specify the data to be copied (user master records, client-independent customizing, application-specific data, etc.).
  6. Start the client copy process and monitor the progress.
  7. Verify the copied data in the target client to ensure the client copy was successful.

Performing regular client copies is important for system refreshes, troubleshooting, and testing in SAP BASIS to ensure data consistency and integrity across clients.

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