How To Fix STC_SC_TASKS172 - Old logical system name &1 present in conversion task

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_SC_TASKS - System Copy Task Messages

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Old logical system name &1 present in conversion task

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_SC_TASKS172 - Old logical system name &1 present in conversion task ?

  The SAP error message STC_SC_TASKS172 indicates that there is an issue with an old logical system name being present in a conversion task. This typically occurs during system migrations or when performing system copies, where logical system names need to be updated to reflect the new environment.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of an outdated or incorrect logical system name in the conversion task. This can happen if:
  
  The logical system name has not been updated in the relevant configuration after a system copy or migration.
  The conversion task is trying to reference a logical system that no longer exists or has been renamed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Old Logical System: Check the error message for the specific old logical system name indicated by &1. 
  
  
  Update Logical System Names:
  
  Go to transaction SCC4 to check the logical system names configured in your SAP system.
  If the old logical system name is still present, you may need to update it to the new logical system name.
  
  
  
  Adjust Conversion Tasks:
  
  Navigate to transaction STC01 (or STC02 for managing tasks) to find the conversion task that is causing the error.
  Open the task and check the configuration for any references to the old logical system name.
  Update the task to use the correct logical system name.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Routes: Ensure that the transport routes are correctly configured and do not reference the old logical system.
  
  
  Re-run the Conversion Task: After making the necessary updates, re-run the conversion task to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue continues, refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to system conversion or migration for additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCC4: To manage logical system names.
  STC01: To manage and monitor background jobs and tasks.
  STC02: To manage and monitor scheduled tasks.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or specific fixes related to this error message.
  
  
  System Migration: If you are performing a system migration, ensure that all necessary steps are followed as per SAP's guidelines for system conversion.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the STC_SC_TASKS172 error and ensure that your conversion tasks are referencing the correct logical system names.