How To Fix /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE786 - Application &1 of maint. group &2 are not identical to I_APPLICATION &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE -

• Message number: 786

• Message text: Application &1 of maint. group &2 are not identical to I_APPLICATION &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE786 - Application &1 of maint. group &2 are not identical to I_APPLICATION &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE786 indicates that there is a mismatch between the applications in a maintenance group and the specified application in the context of a maintenance transaction. This typically occurs during the maintenance of business applications or when trying to apply a transport request that involves multiple applications.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Inconsistent Application Assignment: The applications assigned to the maintenance group do not match the application specified in the transaction. This can happen if the maintenance group was modified or if the transport request includes applications that are not part of the specified maintenance group.
  Transport Request Issues: If you are trying to import a transport request that contains objects from different applications that are not aligned with the maintenance group, this error can occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that lead to discrepancies in application assignments.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Maintenance Group Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) and check the maintenance group configuration.
  Ensure that the applications assigned to the maintenance group are correct and consistent with the application you are trying to work with.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Request:
  
  If you are importing a transport request, check the contents of the transport request in transaction SE09 or SE10.
  Ensure that the transport request only contains objects that belong to the applications defined in the maintenance group.
  
  
  
  Adjust Application Assignment:
  
  If necessary, adjust the application assignment in the maintenance group to include the application you are working with.
  This may involve modifying the maintenance group settings or creating a new maintenance group that includes the required applications.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific applications and maintenance groups you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or known issues that can provide additional context.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE03, SE09, SE10, and SE80 for managing transports and applications.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific applications involved. SAP Notes often contain fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.