How To Fix LCM_COMMON201 - Maintain a valid Identifying Attribute

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_COMMON - Messages for Legal Content Management

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Maintain a valid Identifying Attribute

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_COMMON201 - Maintain a valid Identifying Attribute ?

  The SAP error message LCM_COMMON201 with the description "Maintain a valid Identifying Attribute" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Landscape Management (LCM) or related modules where certain attributes or identifiers are required for the system to function correctly.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Missing Identifying Attributes: The system requires specific identifying attributes (like system ID, client, or other identifiers) to be defined, and they are either missing or incorrectly configured.
  Invalid Configuration: The attributes that have been set may not meet the required criteria or format expected by the system.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data that is being referenced.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LCM_COMMON201 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system where the identifying attributes are defined.
  Ensure that all required attributes are filled in correctly and are valid.
  
  
  
  Maintain Identifying Attributes:
  
  Go to the transaction or configuration area where you can