How To Fix SBDS113 - The logical system is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SBDS - Message Class: Business Document Service

• Message number: 113

• Message text: The logical system is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SBDS113 - The logical system is not defined ?

  The SAP error message SBDS113, which states "The logical system is not defined," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of logical systems in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when trying to execute a transaction that requires a logical system to be defined or when working with data distribution or system connections.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Logical System Definition: The logical system you are trying to use is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The logical system may not be properly configured in the relevant settings.
  Transport Issues: If you are working in a newly created client or after a transport, the logical system may not have been set up correctly.
  Client-Specific Settings: The logical system might not be assigned to the current client.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SBDS113 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Logical System Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) or SCC4 (Client Administration) to check if the logical system is defined.
  Use transaction BD54 to check the logical system settings. Ensure that the logical system you are trying to use is listed and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Define Logical System:
  
  If the logical system is not defined, you can create it using transaction BD54:
  
  Click on "New Entries" and enter the name of the logical system.
  Ensure that the name follows the naming conventions (usually in the format of CLNTxxx where xxx is the client number).
  
  
  
  
  
  Assign Logical System to Client:
  
  Ensure that the logical system is assigned to the correct client. You can do this in transaction SCC4:
  
  Select the client and check the logical system assignment.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Transport Routes:
  
  If you are working with transports, ensure that the transport routes are correctly set up and that the logical system is included in the transport routes.
  
  
  
  Restart the Transaction:
  
  After making the necessary changes, restart the transaction or process that triggered the error to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Logical System Naming: Logical systems are typically named according to a specific convention, often including the client number and a suffix indicating the environment (e.g., DEV, QAS, PRD).
  Data Distribution: Logical systems are crucial for data distribution in SAP, especially in scenarios involving ALE (Application Link Enabling) and IDocs (Intermediate Documents).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on logical systems and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or refer to SAP Notes for further troubleshooting.