How To Fix B2074 - Logical system defined differently in partner system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B2 - ALE Basis tools messages

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Logical system defined differently in partner system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B2074 - Logical system defined differently in partner system ?

  The SAP error message B2074, which states "Logical system defined differently in partner system," typically occurs in the context of IDoc processing or when setting up communication between different SAP systems (like in ALE or EDI scenarios). This error indicates that there is a mismatch in the logical system configuration between the sending and receiving systems.
  Cause:
  
  Logical System Configuration: The logical system name defined in the partner profile does not match the logical system name defined in the receiving system.
  Partner Profile Settings: The partner profile (WE20) may have incorrect or outdated settings that do not correspond to the logical system defined in the sending or receiving system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from one system to another, the logical system names may not have been updated correctly.
  Client-Specific Settings: The logical system might be defined differently in different clients of the same SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Logical System Names:
  
  Go to transaction SE03 or SE06 to check the logical system names in both the sending and receiving systems.
  Ensure that the logical system names are consistent across both systems.
  
  
  
  Update Partner Profile:
  
  Use transaction WE20 to access the partner profile settings.
  Verify that the logical system name in the partner profile matches the logical system name defined in the receiving system.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If there are discrepancies, update the partner profile or the logical system configuration as needed.
  Ensure that the logical system is correctly defined in transaction BD54 (for logical system definitions).
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was transported, ensure that the transport request included the correct logical system definitions.
  You may need to adjust the transport settings or re-transport the correct configuration.
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Settings:
  
  If you are working in a multi-client environment, ensure that the logical system is correctly defined for the specific client you are working in.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  BD54: Maintain Logical System
  SE03: Transport Organizer Tools
  SE06: Transport Organizer
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring logical systems and partner profiles.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the B2074 error and ensure that the logical system configurations are consistent across your SAP systems.