How To Fix DMF_RT_OUTBOUND004 - Own logical system not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMF_RT_OUTBOUND - Messages for DMF Outbound at EA Retail

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Own logical system not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMF_RT_OUTBOUND004 - Own logical system not defined ?

  The SAP error message DMF_RT_OUTBOUND004 ("Own logical system not defined") typically occurs in the context of Data Management Framework (DMF) when the system is trying to process outbound data but cannot find the definition of the logical system that is supposed to send the data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Logical System Definition: The logical system that is supposed to be used for outbound processing is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the logical system may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Transport Issues: If the logical system was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly configured in the target system.
  Client-Specific Settings: The logical system may not be defined for the specific client you are working in.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Logical System:
  
  Go to transaction code SCC4 to check the client settings.
  Ensure that the logical system is defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to transaction SPRO and following the path:
  SAP Customizing Implementation Guide -> Cross-Application Components -> General Settings -> Logical System -> Define Logical System
  
  If the logical system is not listed, you can create a new entry.
  
  
  
  Assign Logical System to Client:
  
  After defining the logical system, ensure that it is assigned to the appropriate client. This can also be done in transaction SCC4.
  
  
  
  Check DMF Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the DMF configuration is correctly set up to use the defined logical system. This can be checked in the DMF settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration:
  
  If the logical system was transported, ensure that all necessary configuration settings were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the outbound process has the necessary authorizations to access the logical system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCC4: Client Administration
  SPRO: SAP Reference IMG
  DMF: Data Management Framework settings
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring logical systems and DMF.
  
  
  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 DMF_RT_OUTBOUND004 error and ensure that your logical system is properly defined and configured for outbound processing.