How To Fix SFW147 - A conflict switch must not reference itself

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SFW - Messages for Switch Framework

• Message number: 147

• Message text: A conflict switch must not reference itself

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SFW147 - A conflict switch must not reference itself ?

  The SAP error message SFW147 ("A conflict switch must not reference itself") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Switch Framework (SFW), which is used for managing software components and their dependencies in a modular way. This error indicates that there is a configuration issue with a conflict switch that is incorrectly set to reference itself, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a conflict switch is defined in such a way that it points to itself, creating a circular reference. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: During the setup of the switch framework, a conflict switch may have been incorrectly defined to reference itself.
  Manual Changes: If changes were made manually to the switch configuration, it could lead to this self-referencing issue.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another, it might not have been correctly adjusted for the target environment.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SFW147 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Conflict Switch Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SFW5 (Switch Framework) in the SAP GUI.
  Locate the conflict switch that is causing the issue.
  Review its configuration to ensure that it does not reference itself.
  
  
  
  Modify the Configuration:
  
  If you find that the conflict switch is indeed referencing itself, modify the configuration to remove the self-reference.
  Ensure that the conflict switch references valid and appropriate switches instead.
  
  
  
  Validate Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, validate the configuration to ensure that there are no further issues.
  You can use the SFW5 transaction to check for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If the configuration was transported, ensure that the transport request is correctly set up and that the changes are reflected in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the Switch Framework for additional guidance on configuring conflict switches.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the changes, perform testing to ensure that the switch framework operates as expected without any errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to the SFW147 error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP Help documentation for the Switch Framework to understand best practices for configuring conflict switches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SFW147 error and ensure that your switch framework configuration is correct.