How To Fix CVP_DP_ILM316 - Master system &1 is also defined as dependent system in system group &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVP_DP_ILM - CVP_DP_ILM

• Message number: 316

• Message text: Master system &1 is also defined as dependent system in system group &2

What causes this issue?

A system can only be assigned one role within a system group, it is
either a dependent system or a master system.
You have already defined system &V1& as dependent system in system group
&V2&. Therefore, it is not possible to assign the same system as a
master system in this system group.

System Response

You cannot save the system group.

How to fix this error?

If you want to assign system &V1& as master system to system group &V2&,
you must delete it from the dependent systems and save this change
first.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVP_DP_ILM316 - Master system &1 is also defined as dependent system in system group &2 ?

  The SAP error message CVP_DP_ILM316 indicates a configuration issue in the system landscape, specifically related to the definition of systems in a system group. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Landscape Management (LaMa) or when managing system dependencies in SAP systems.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a master system (denoted as &1 in the message) is also defined as a dependent system in the same system group (denoted as &2). This creates a circular dependency, which is not allowed in the system configuration. In other words, a system cannot be both a master and a dependent in the same group, as it leads to ambiguity in the management of system operations.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to review and adjust the configuration of the system group. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Identify the Systems: Determine which systems are defined as master and dependent in the specified system group. You can do this by checking the configuration in the SAP system landscape management tool.
  
  
  Modify System Group Configuration:
  
  If the master system should not be a dependent system, remove it from the list of dependent systems in the system group.
  If the master system needs to be a dependent system for some reason, consider restructuring your system groups to avoid circular dependencies.
  
  
  
  Validate Changes: After making the necessary changes, validate the configuration to ensure that the error message no longer appears. You can do this by attempting to perform the operation that triggered the error again.
  
  
  Documentation: Document the changes made to the system group configuration for future reference and to maintain clarity in system management.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  System Landscape Management Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on system landscape management for best practices on configuring system groups and managing dependencies.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the details of the error and the steps you have taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CVP_DP_ILM316 error and ensure proper configuration of your SAP system landscape.