How To Fix SCTC_SC147 - RFC import failed due to installation number mismatch: &1 <> &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTC_SC - CTC System Copy

• Message number: 147

• Message text: RFC import failed due to installation number mismatch: &1 <> &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTC_SC147 - RFC import failed due to installation number mismatch: &1 <> &2 ?

  The SAP error message SCTC_SC147 indicates that there is a mismatch in the installation numbers during an RFC (Remote Function Call) import. This typically occurs when you are trying to import a transport request that was created in a different system or client than the one you are currently working in. The installation number is a unique identifier for an SAP system, and if the installation numbers do not match, the import will fail.
  Cause:
  
  Transport Request Origin: The transport request you are trying to import was created in a different SAP system or client that has a different installation number.
  System Landscape Configuration: The system landscape may not be correctly configured, leading to mismatches in installation numbers.
  Manual Changes: Manual changes to the transport directory or configuration files that affect the installation number.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Source System: Verify the installation number of the source system where the transport request was created. You can do this by checking the system's properties in the SAP GUI (transaction code SLICENSE).
  Correct Transport Request: If the transport request is indeed from a different system, you will need to either:
  
  Recreate the transport request in the correct system.
  Use a different transport request that matches the installation number of your current system.
  
  
  Adjust System Configuration: Ensure that your system landscape is correctly configured and that the transport routes are set up properly.
  Consult Basis Team: If you are unsure about the installation numbers or how to proceed, consult your SAP Basis team for assistance. They can help verify the configuration and assist with transport management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): Familiarize yourself with TMS, as it manages the transport of objects between SAP systems.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to transport issues and RFC errors for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on transport requests and system landscape configuration for best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SCTC_SC147 error and successfully import your transport request.