How To Fix GW106 - Versions of the gateway administration structure do not match

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GW - Message Texts for Gateway

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Versions of the gateway administration structure do not match

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GW106 - Versions of the gateway administration structure do not match ?

  The SAP error message GW106 indicates that there is a mismatch between the versions of the gateway administration structure in the SAP system. This typically occurs when there are inconsistencies in the configuration or when different components of the SAP system are not aligned in terms of their versions.
  Cause:
  
  Version Mismatch: The most common cause is that the SAP Gateway components (like the SAP Gateway Hub and the backend system) are running different versions or have not been properly updated.
  Inconsistent Updates: If one part of the system has been updated while others have not, it can lead to discrepancies in the gateway administration structure.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported between systems (e.g., from development to production) and the transport did not include all necessary components, it can lead to version mismatches.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Versions: Verify the versions of the SAP Gateway components across your systems. Ensure that they are all on compatible versions.
  Update Components: If you find that there are discrepancies, consider updating the components to the latest version or to a version that is compatible with each other.
  Re-apply Notes: Sometimes, SAP Notes may need to be applied to ensure that all components are aligned. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that address this issue.
  Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check the service maintenance and ensure that all services are correctly registered and active.
  Clear Cache: Clear the cache of the SAP Gateway using transaction /IWFND/CACHE to ensure that any old or stale data is removed.
  Restart Services: In some cases, restarting the SAP Gateway service or the entire SAP system may resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide specific fixes or guidance related to the GW106 error.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they implemented.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the Gateway to understand the architecture and dependencies better.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.