How To Fix SPROJECT380 - Keywords in system &1 and source system differ. See long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPROJECT - General Project Management Messages

• Message number: 380

• Message text: Keywords in system &1 and source system differ. See long text

What causes this issue?

When you distribute keywords from the Solution Manager project, they are
copied into the selected customizing project. If these do not yet exist
in the component system, they are created. If they already exist, they
are not changed.
In this case, the copied keywords exist in the component system, but may
have another meaning: their descriptions are different.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the meaning of the keywords and make them match, if possible. If
not, create and use new keywords, to avoid inconsistencies.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPROJECT380 - Keywords in system &1 and source system differ. See long text ?

  The SAP error message SPROJECT380 indicates that there is a mismatch between the keywords in the system you are working in (the target system) and the source system. This typically occurs in the context of data transfer or integration scenarios, such as when using SAP Data Services, SAP BW, or during system migrations.
  Cause:
  
  Keyword Mismatch: The keywords defined in the target system do not match those in the source system. This can happen if the data model or configuration has changed between the two systems.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration discrepancies in the project settings or data transfer settings.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting objects from one system to another, the transport may not have included all necessary components or configurations.
  Version Differences: Different versions of SAP systems may have different keyword definitions or structures.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Keywords: Verify the keywords in both the source and target systems. Ensure that they are consistent and correctly defined.
  Update Configuration: If there are discrepancies, update the configuration in the target system to match the source system.
  Transport Objects: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all relevant objects and configurations were included in the transport request.
  Review Documentation: Check the long text of the error message for specific details on which keywords are causing the issue. This can provide guidance on what needs to be corrected.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the issue is resolved and that data transfers or integrations are functioning as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for your specific module or component to understand how keywords are defined and used.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or custom developments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the SPROJECT380 error in your SAP system.