How To Fix DMC_IU124 - Different SP level for comp. &1; upgrade buffer: &2, receiver system: &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_IU - DMC: Messages for Integrated Upgrade

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Different SP level for comp. &1; upgrade buffer: &2, receiver system: &3

What causes this issue?

The Support Package level of component &V1& in the receiver system is
different from the Support Package level of this component in the
upgrade buffer.
Support Package level in upgrade buffer: &V2&
Support Package level im receiver system: &V3&

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?

Find out if the upgrade ID you used was chosen correctly. If not, choose
another (compatible) upgrade ID.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_IU124 - Different SP level for comp. &1; upgrade buffer: &2, receiver system: &3 ?

  The SAP error message DMC_IU124 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the Support Package (SP) levels between the source system (the system from which you are upgrading or migrating) and the target system (the receiver system). Specifically, the error message states that the upgrade buffer in the source system has a different SP level than what is currently installed in the target system.
  Cause:
  
  Different Support Package Levels: The source system and the target system are running different versions or support package levels of the same component. This can happen if the source system has been updated more recently than the target system.
  Inconsistent System Landscape: If the systems in your landscape are not synchronized in terms of their support package levels, it can lead to this error during upgrade or migration processes.
  Upgrade Buffer Issues: The upgrade buffer in the source system may contain references to components that are not compatible with the target system's current SP level.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Synchronize Support Package Levels:
  
  Ensure that both the source and target systems are on the same Support Package level for the components involved. You can do this by applying the necessary Support Packages to the target system.
  Use the SPAM (Support Package Manager) or SAINT (Add-On Installation Tool) transactions in the target system to check and apply the required Support Packages.
  
  
  
  Check Upgrade Buffer:
  
  If the upgrade buffer is causing issues, you may need to clear or reset it. This can be done by using transaction SNOTE to apply any necessary notes or corrections.
  You can also check the upgrade buffer using transaction SPAU to see if there are any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Review System Landscape:
  
  Ensure that your system landscape is properly maintained and that all systems are updated regularly to avoid such discrepancies in the future.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for specific SAP Notes related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that provide guidance on resolving specific issues, including those related to support package discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary updates, perform a test run of the upgrade or migration process to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for upgrade and migration processes to ensure compliance with best practices.
  System Monitoring: Implement regular monitoring of your system landscape to catch any discrepancies in support package levels early.
  
  By addressing the support package level discrepancies and ensuring that both systems are aligned, you should be able to resolve the DMC_IU124 error message.