How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG474 - Error while checking subtype of system (&1); &2 <> &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 474

• Message text: Error while checking subtype of system (&1); &2 <> &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG474 - Error while checking subtype of system (&1); &2 <> &3 ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG474 indicates that there is an issue with the subtype of a system in the context of SAP Solution Manager or related system landscape management. The message typically appears when there is a mismatch between the expected subtype and the actual subtype of a system.
  Cause:
  The error message /STMC/CR_MSG474 is triggered when the subtype of a system does not match the expected subtype. This can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Configuration Issues: The system might have been incorrectly configured, leading to a mismatch in the expected and actual subtypes.
  System Changes: Changes in the system landscape, such as upgrades or migrations, may have altered the subtype without proper updates in the configuration.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data stored in the system landscape management database.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the system in question. Ensure that the subtype is correctly defined in the system settings.
  Use transaction codes like SOLMAN_SETUP or LMDB (Landscape Management Database) to check the system configuration.
  
  
  
  Update Subtype:
  
  If the subtype is incorrect, update it to match the expected subtype. This can usually be done in the system landscape management settings.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check in the SAP Solution Manager to identify any discrepancies in the system landscape.
  Use transaction LMDB to perform a system check and ensure that all systems are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Check the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP Solution Manager you are using. There may be specific instructions or patches available.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and updating the subtype, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LMDB, SOLMAN_SETUP, and SICF for system configuration and management.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to /STMC/CR_MSG474 for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  System Landscape Management: Understanding the principles of system landscape management in SAP can help in troubleshooting and preventing such issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /STMC/CR_MSG474.