How To Fix FDM_MIRROR201 - Client not set up as substitute system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDM_MIRROR - Mirror System Messages

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Client not set up as substitute system

What causes this issue?

System Response

The system terminates processing.

How to fix this error?

Set up the current client as the substitute system in accordance with
the <DS:SIMG.FDM_COLL_SALE>Implementation Guide</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDM_MIRROR201 - Client not set up as substitute system ?

  The SAP error message FDM_MIRROR201: Client not set up as substitute system typically occurs in the context of Financial Data Management (FDM) or when dealing with financial transactions in SAP. This error indicates that the client you are trying to use is not configured as a substitute system in the system settings.
  Cause:
  
  Client Configuration: The client you are working with has not been set up in the system as a substitute system. This means that the necessary configurations or mappings that allow the client to act as a substitute for another system are missing.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or configure the substitute system.
  Incorrect System Settings: There may be incorrect settings in the configuration of the Financial Data Management module or related components.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Client Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify if the client is set up as a substitute system.
  You may need to access transaction codes like SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to navigate to the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Set Up Substitute System:
  
  If the client is not set up, you will need to configure it as a substitute system. This typically involves:
  
  Navigating to the relevant configuration area (e.g., Financial Accounting or Financial Data Management).
  Adding the client as a substitute system in the appropriate settings.
  
  
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps on how to configure substitute systems in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, SE11, SE37, or others that may be used for configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.