How To Fix SMTTOOLS154 - System is not of type SIMULATED

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMTTOOLS - Multi Tenancy tools

• Message number: 154

• Message text: System is not of type SIMULATED

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMTTOOLS154 - System is not of type SIMULATED ?

  The SAP error message SMTTOOLS154: System is not of type SIMULATED typically occurs in the context of SAP Solution Manager, particularly when working with the System Monitoring or Solution Monitoring functionalities. This error indicates that the system you are trying to monitor or analyze is not configured as a simulated system in the Solution Manager.
  Cause:
  
  System Type Configuration: The system in question is not set up as a "simulated" system in the Solution Manager configuration. This can happen if the system was not properly defined in the Solution Manager landscape or if it has been incorrectly categorized.
  Incorrect Monitoring Setup: The monitoring setup may be expecting a simulated system type, but the actual system type is different (e.g., productive, development, etc.).
  Missing Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or monitor the system, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Solution Manager and check the configuration of the system in question.
  Ensure that the system is correctly defined as a "simulated" system in the landscape management.
  You can do this by navigating to the System Landscape in the Solution Manager and verifying the system type.
  
  
  
  Adjust Monitoring Settings:
  
  If you are trying to set up monitoring for a system, ensure that the monitoring settings are appropriate for the type of system you are working with.
  If the system should not be simulated, adjust the monitoring configuration accordingly.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the system and perform monitoring tasks.
  Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user in both the Solution Manager and the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for Solution Manager to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for setting up and monitoring systems.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Solution Manager: A platform for managing SAP and non-SAP systems, providing tools for monitoring, incident management, and change control.
  System Types in Solution Manager: Understanding the different system types (e.g., Development, Quality Assurance, Production, Simulated) is crucial for proper configuration and monitoring.
  Monitoring Tools: Familiarize yourself with the various monitoring tools available in SAP Solution Manager, such as EarlyWatch Alert, System Monitoring, and Business Process Monitoring.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SMTTOOLS154 error and ensure that your system is correctly configured for monitoring in SAP Solution Manager.