How To Fix PU720 - Distribution to system &2 canceled with error &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PU - Upgrade and Transport Log Messages

• Message number: 720

• Message text: Distribution to system &2 canceled with error &1

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to distribute the configuration to all systems in
the local TMS domain. The configuration was rejected by one or more
systems. This error did not cause the distribution to be canceled.
Possible causes:
1. The system does not recognize this type of configuration.
2. The service in question was removed from the ACL table.

System Response

The changed configuration was not distributed to the systems in
question.

How to fix this error?

Check the release of the system &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the entries in the ACL table LISSERVICE, if the service is
supposed to work in system &V2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PU720 - Distribution to system &2 canceled with error &1 ?

  The SAP error message "PU720 Distribution to system &2 canceled with error &1" typically occurs during the distribution of data (such as payroll results or other HR-related data) to a target system. This error indicates that the distribution process was unsuccessful due to a specific issue, which is identified by the error code &1.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the distribution settings or in the target system.
  Authorization Problems: The user or process attempting the distribution may lack the necessary authorizations in the target system.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with the data being distributed, such as missing or incorrect information.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the source and target systems can lead to distribution failures.
  System Errors: The target system may be experiencing errors or downtime, preventing successful data processing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Error Code: Review the specific error code &1 provided in the message for more detailed information about the cause of the failure.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the distribution settings are correctly configured in both the source and target systems.
  Verify Authorizations: Check that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to perform the distribution in the target system.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being distributed to ensure it meets the required format and integrity constraints.
  Network Connectivity: Test the network connection between the source and target systems to ensure there are no connectivity issues.
  Check Target System Status: Verify that the target system is operational and not experiencing any errors or downtime.
  Consult Logs: Review system logs (such as application logs or error logs) for additional details that may help diagnose the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check logs for more details on the error.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data distribution processes in your specific module (e.g., HR, Payroll) for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.