How To Fix DMCLG486 - No differences found during DDIC comparison

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMCLG - DMC Tool Development

• Message number: 486

• Message text: No differences found during DDIC comparison

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMCLG486 - No differences found during DDIC comparison ?

  The SAP error message DMCLG486, which states "No differences found during DDIC comparison," typically occurs during a Data Dictionary (DDIC) comparison process. This message indicates that the system has completed a comparison of the Data Dictionary objects (like tables, views, domains, data elements, etc.) between two systems or clients and found no discrepancies.
  Cause:
  
  No Changes Made: The most straightforward reason for this message is that there have been no changes made to the Data Dictionary objects in either the source or target system since the last comparison.
  Comparison Settings: The settings used for the comparison might be configured in such a way that they do not highlight any differences, even if there are some.
  Transport Issues: If changes were made but not transported correctly, the comparison might not reflect those changes.
  Incorrect Comparison Target: The comparison might be set up to compare against the wrong system or client.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Changes: Ensure that changes were indeed made to the Data Dictionary objects in the source system. If changes were made, check if they were properly transported to the target system.
  Check Comparison Settings: Review the settings used for the DDIC comparison. Ensure that the correct objects are selected for comparison and that the comparison is set up correctly.
  Re-run the Comparison: If you suspect that the comparison did not run correctly, try re-running the comparison process.
  Check Transport Logs: If changes were made but not reflected, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport requests were released and imported successfully.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The comparison is often performed using transaction codes like SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) or SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to DDIC comparisons or the error message DMCLG486.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the comparison process.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.