How To Fix SECAUDIT214 - Identical system ID &1 in source and target system not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SECAUDIT - Message class for security audit

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Identical system ID &1 in source and target system not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SECAUDIT214 - Identical system ID &1 in source and target system not supported ?

  The SAP error message SECAUDIT214 indicates that there is an issue with the system ID (SID) during a system copy or migration process. Specifically, it means that the source and target systems have the same system ID, which is not supported in SAP environments. Each SAP system must have a unique system ID to function correctly and avoid conflicts.
  Cause:
  
  The error occurs when you attempt to copy or migrate a system (e.g., during a system copy, transport, or upgrade) and the target system is configured with the same system ID as the source system.
  This can happen if the target system was not properly configured to have a unique SID before the copy/migration process began.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Change the System ID of the Target System:
  
  Before performing the system copy or migration, ensure that the target system has a different system ID than the source system. You can change the SID of the target system using the SAP Software Provisioning Manager (SWPM) or other tools provided by SAP.
  Follow the steps in the SAP documentation for changing the system ID, which typically involves:
  
  Stopping the target system.
  Using the SWPM to rename the system ID.
  Adjusting the database and profile parameters accordingly.
  Restarting the system and verifying the changes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the target system is correctly configured and that all necessary parameters are set to avoid conflicts with the source system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed steps on system copy and SID changes. This documentation provides guidance on best practices and potential pitfalls.
  
  
  
  Check for Existing Instances:
  
  If you are working in a landscape with multiple SAP systems, ensure that there are no existing instances with the same SID that could cause conflicts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message. You can search for notes related to system copy and SID changes in the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  Backup: Always ensure that you have a complete backup of your systems before making significant changes like SID changes or system copies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SECAUDIT214 error and successfully perform your system copy or migration.