How To Fix DMC_GENERAL381 - Enter either the application server or server group, not both

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_GENERAL - MWB: General Messages

• Message number: 381

• Message text: Enter either the application server or server group, not both

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_GENERAL381 - Enter either the application server or server group, not both ?

  The SAP error message DMC_GENERAL381 indicates that there is a conflict in the configuration where both the application server and the server group have been specified simultaneously. This is not allowed, as you must choose one or the other.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to configure a connection or a job in SAP Data Management Console (DMC) and inadvertently fills in both the application server and the server group fields. The system expects only one of these fields to be populated to avoid ambiguity in the connection settings.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Configuration: Determine where the error is occurring. This could be in a job configuration, a connection setup, or any other relevant area in the DMC.
  
  
  Edit the Configuration:
  
  Open the configuration settings where the error is reported.
  Check the fields for the application server and server group.
  Ensure that only one of these fields is filled in:
  
  If you want to connect to a specific application server, clear the server group field.
  If you want to connect to a server group, clear the application server field.
  
  
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save the configuration.
  
  
  Test the Configuration: Run the job or connection again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for the Data Management Console for more details on configuring connections and jobs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or updates related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that only one of the fields (application server or server group) is populated, you should be able to resolve the DMC_GENERAL381 error effectively.