How To Fix /ISDFPS/SYNC470 - &1 has been removed and cannot be set as the local main system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/SYNC -

• Message number: 470

• Message text: &1 has been removed and cannot be set as the local main system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/SYNC470 - &1 has been removed and cannot be set as the local main system ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/SYNC470 &1 has been removed and cannot be set as the local main system typically occurs in the context of SAP Landscape Management or when dealing with system synchronization issues in SAP systems, particularly in the context of SAP S/4HANA or SAP Business Suite.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the system you are trying to set as the local main system has been removed from the landscape or is no longer recognized by the system. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  System Decommissioning: The system has been intentionally removed from the landscape.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the system configuration or landscape that have not been properly updated in the management tools.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database that prevent the system from being recognized.
  Transport Issues: Issues with transport requests that may have affected the system's status.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check System Status: Verify if the system in question is indeed removed or decommissioned. You can do this by checking the SAP Landscape Management (LaMa) or the relevant system management tool.
  
  
  Update Configuration: If the system has been removed, ensure that all configurations and references to this system are updated. This may involve removing it from any configuration settings where it is still referenced.
  
  
  Re-add the System: If the system is still active but not recognized, you may need to re-add it to the landscape. This can involve:
  
  Ensuring the system is properly registered in the SAP Landscape Management.
  Checking the RFC connections and ensuring they are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: If there were recent changes or transports, ensure that they were successfully imported and did not cause any inconsistencies.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Review the system logs and the SAP system's transaction logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context on the issue.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Landscape Management (LaMa): A tool used for managing SAP landscapes, including system configurations and synchronization.
  SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles: These can provide specific guidance and solutions for known issues related to system management and errors.
  System Administration: Familiarity with system administration tasks in SAP, including managing system landscapes, is essential for troubleshooting this type of error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.