How To Fix ECLVIEWER008 - A layer cannot be compared with itself

ECLVIEWER008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECLVIEWER - Message Class for ECL Viewer (EAI Wrapper)

• Message number: 008

• Message text: A layer cannot be compared with itself

What causes this issue?

You attempted to compare a layer with itself. This is not possible.
Select two different layers.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECLVIEWER008 - A layer cannot be compared with itself ?

  The SAP error message ECLVIEWER008 ("A layer cannot be compared with itself") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Environment Management or SAP Cloud Platform when you are trying to compare two layers (such as different versions of a transport request, or different configurations) in the system. This error indicates that the system has detected an attempt to compare a layer with itself, which is not a valid operation.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the comparison operation is being executed on the same layer or version. For example, if you are trying to compare a development layer with itself, the system will throw this error because it does not make sense to compare an object with itself.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that you are comparing two different layers or versions. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check the Selection: Review the layers or versions you