How To Fix IBCOX016 - Logical system &1 deviates from create system &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IBCOX -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Logical system &1 deviates from create system &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IBCOX016 - Logical system &1 deviates from create system &2 ?

  The SAP error message IBCOX016 indicates that there is a mismatch between the logical system defined in the configuration and the system that is trying to create or access it. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Integration and Application Interface Framework (IAF) or when dealing with system landscapes in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message "Logical system &1 deviates from create system &2" usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Logical System Configuration: The logical system defined in the configuration does not match the system that is currently being used to create or access the data. This can happen if the logical system name is incorrectly configured or if there are discrepancies in the naming conventions.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be inconsistencies in the logical system names.
  
  
  Client-Specific Settings: The logical system might be client-specific, and the client you are working in may not have the correct logical system assigned.
  
  
  Cross-System Communication: If you are trying to set up communication between different SAP systems (e.g., ECC and S/4HANA), the logical system names must be correctly defined and consistent across both systems.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IBCOX016 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Logical System Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations) and verify the logical system names configured for the RFC connections.
  Ensure that the logical system name matches the one defined in the target system.
  
  
  
  Verify Logical System Assignment:
  
  Use transaction SALE to check the logical system assignment in the system landscape.
  Ensure that the logical system is correctly assigned to the client you are working in.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If there is a mismatch, you may need to adjust the configuration in the relevant transaction (e.g., SPRO for customizing).
  Make sure that the logical system names are consistent across all relevant configurations.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request for any inconsistencies or missing objects related to logical system configuration.
  
  
  
  Client Settings:
  
  Ensure that the logical system is correctly defined in the client settings. You can check this in transaction SCC4.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to logical system configuration and integration scenarios for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59 - RFC Destinations
  SALE - Logical System Assignment
  SPRO - Customizing (Implementation Guide)
  SCC4 - Client Administration
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to logical systems and integration.
  
  
  Integration Scenarios: If you are working with specific integration scenarios (e.g., SAP PI/PO, SAP Cloud Platform Integration), ensure that the logical systems are correctly defined in those contexts as well.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the IBCOX016 error in your SAP system.