How To Fix LAW2_MESSAGES172 - System &1 was imported using the SAP system overview

LAW2_MESSAGES172 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LAW2_MESSAGES - LAW 2.0 Message Class

• Message number: 172

• Message text: System &1 was imported using the SAP system overview

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LAW2_MESSAGES172 - System &1 was imported using the SAP system overview ?

  The SAP error message LAW2_MESSAGES172 typically indicates that there is an issue related to the import of a system or client in the SAP landscape. This message is often associated with the Landscape Management (LM) functionality in SAP, which is used for managing system landscapes, including the import of systems.
  
  Cause:
  The error message LAW2_MESSAGES172 can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incorrect System Configuration: The target system may not be properly configured to accept the import.
  Version Mismatch: The source and target systems may be running different versions of SAP, leading to compatibility issues.
  Transport Directory Issues: There may be issues with the transport directory or transport requests that are being imported.
  Authorization Issues: The user performing the import may not have the necessary authorizations to complete the operation.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues between the systems involved in the import process.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LAW2_MESSAGES172 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check System Configuration: