How To Fix SB629 - Cannot compare two remote versions

SB629 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SB - Version Management Messages

• Message number: 629

• Message text: Cannot compare two remote versions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SB629 - Cannot compare two remote versions ?

  The SAP error message SB629: Cannot compare two remote versions typically occurs in the context of SAP transport management, particularly when dealing with transport requests and version management. This error indicates that there is an issue with comparing versions of objects that are located in different systems or clients.
  Causes:
  
  Different System Versions: The systems involved may be running different versions of the same object, making it impossible to compare them directly.
  Transport Directory Issues: There may be issues with the transport directory or the transport logs that prevent the system from accessing the necessary information.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the systems can lead to failures in fetching the required data for comparison.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access the objects in the remote system can also trigger this error.
  Inconsistent Data: The data in the transport request may be inconsistent or corrupted, leading to comparison failures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Versions: Ensure that both systems