How To Fix AJ863 - Installation &1 is not a primary installation on &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 863

• Message text: Installation &1 is not a primary installation on &2

What causes this issue?

The <DS:DE.INSTGRTYPE>grouping type</> of installation &v1& has to be
determined for the key date &v2&. This is not possible due to one of
thefollowing reasons:
Installation &v1& does not exist on &v2&
Installation &v1& is not a primary installation on &v2&

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?

Correct the installation group. You can only use installation &v1& as a
primary installation in the periods that contain a grouping type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ863 - Installation &1 is not a primary installation on &2 ?

  The SAP error message AJ863 indicates that the installation you are trying to work with is not recognized as a primary installation on the specified system. This error typically arises in the context of managing installations, such as when dealing with software components, transport requests, or system landscapes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Primary Installation: The installation you are trying to access or modify is not marked as a primary installation. In SAP, a primary installation is the main instance of a software component that is responsible for certain operations.
  Incorrect System Configuration: The system may not be configured correctly, leading to the identification of installations incorrectly.
  Transport Directory Issues: There may be issues with the transport directory or the transport management system that prevent the system from recognizing the installation correctly.
  System Landscape Changes: Changes in the system landscape, such as system copies or migrations, may lead to inconsistencies in the installation status.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Installation Status: Verify the status