How To Fix PAK620 - The server and client products must not be identical

PAK620 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAK - Package API / Package Tools

• Message number: 620

• Message text: The server and client products must not be identical

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAK620 - The server and client products must not be identical ?

  The SAP error message PAK620, which states "The server and client products must not be identical," typically occurs during the installation or upgrade of SAP software. This error indicates that the system is trying to install or upgrade a client and server component that are the same, which is not allowed in SAP's architecture.
  
  Cause:
  
  Identical Versions: The error usually arises when the same version of a product is being installed on both the server and the client. For example, if you are trying to install a client version of SAP that is identical to the server version already installed, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Installation Packages: Using the wrong installation packages or incorrectly configured installation parameters can also lead to this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, configuration settings in the installation process may lead to the system interpreting the client and server as identical.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Installation Packages: Ensure that you are using the correct installation