How To Fix /PLMI/GSS_R2B023 - Synchronization unit does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/GSS_R2B -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Synchronization unit does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_R2B023 - Synchronization unit does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_R2B023 Synchronization unit does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Landscape Management (LaMa) or when dealing with system synchronization issues. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a synchronization unit that is not defined or does not exist in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Synchronization Unit: The synchronization unit that the system is trying to access has not been created or has been deleted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the landscape management settings or in the system configuration.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the database or in the configuration data that prevent the system from recognizing the synchronization unit.
  Transport Issues: If the synchronization unit was supposed to be transported from another system, the transport may not have been successful.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Synchronization Units: Verify if the synchronization unit exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or configuration area in SAP where synchronization units are managed.
  Create or Recreate the Synchronization Unit: If the synchronization unit does not exist, you may need to create it. Ensure that you follow the correct procedures for creating synchronization units in your SAP environment.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings related to landscape management and synchronization. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  Database Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the database to identify any inconsistencies that may be causing the issue. You may need to run specific SAP tools or transactions to do this.
  Transport Management: If the synchronization unit was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to landscape management and synchronization units for any specific guidance or troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered the same issue and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide more in-depth troubleshooting based on your specific system configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.