How To Fix /SRMSMC/REPLICATION061 - Source logical system &1 of contact &2 is unknown (bbp_backend_dest)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/REPLICATION -

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Source logical system &1 of contact &2 is unknown (bbp_backend_dest)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/REPLICATION061 - Source logical system &1 of contact &2 is unknown (bbp_backend_dest) ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/REPLICATION061 indicates that there is an issue with the source logical system of a contact in the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) system. Specifically, it states that the source logical system is unknown for the specified contact.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Logical System Configuration: The logical system that is supposed to be used for the contact is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The logical system might be incorrectly configured or not properly assigned to the relevant client.
  Replication Issues: There may be issues with the replication of data between the SRM system and the backend system (like SAP ERP).
  Data Inconsistency: The contact data may have inconsistencies or may not have been replicated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Logical System Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and check the RFC connections. Ensure that the logical system is defined and correctly configured.
  Use transaction BD54 to check the logical system assignments. Ensure that the logical system is assigned to the correct client.
  
  
  
  Verify Contact Data:
  
  Check the contact data in the SRM system to ensure that it is complete and correctly defined.
  Use transaction BP to view the business partner details and verify the logical system assignment.
  
  
  
  Replication Settings:
  
  Ensure that the replication settings between SRM and the backend system are correctly configured. You can check this in transaction BBPCRM or BBP_SRM.
  If necessary, re-trigger the replication process for the affected contact.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in Logs:
  
  Review the application logs for any additional error messages that might provide more context. You can use transaction SLG1 to check the logs related to the SRM application.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes and documentation related to SRM and logical system configuration for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  BD54: Logical System/Client Assignment
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  SLG1: Application Log
  BBPCRM or BBP_SRM: SRM-specific transactions for managing contacts and replication.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any logs you have reviewed.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /SRMSMC/REPLICATION061 error message.