How To Fix GHO_NET072 - Cluster &1 cannot be used as a network object within a cluster

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_NET - Message class for Production Network Modelling

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Cluster &1 cannot be used as a network object within a cluster

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_NET072 - Cluster &1 cannot be used as a network object within a cluster ?

  The SAP error message GHO_NET072 indicates that a specific cluster cannot be used as a network object within a cluster. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Landscape Management (LaMa) or when dealing with SAP HANA system replication and clustering configurations.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The cluster configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the cluster as a valid network object.
  Cluster Type: The cluster type may not be compatible with the operations being attempted. For example, certain types of clusters may not support specific network functionalities.
  Resource Availability: The resources required for the cluster to function as a network object may not be available or properly configured.
  Permissions: There may be insufficient permissions or roles assigned to the user or system trying to access or modify the cluster.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GHO_NET072 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Cluster