How To Fix TB837 - You can only compare within the same system

TB837 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TB - SM31 table maintenance messages

• Message number: 837

• Message text: You can only compare within the same system

What causes this issue?

You chose an RFC connection that links to another system. However, the
comparison for transport requests is only supported within one system.

How to fix this error?

Choose a suitable RFC connection that links to a client within the same
system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TB837 - You can only compare within the same system ?

  The SAP error message TB837, which states "You can only compare within the same system," typically occurs when you are trying to perform a comparison operation (such as comparing transport requests or customizing settings) across different SAP systems or clients. This error is common in scenarios involving transport management or system comparisons.
  
  Cause:
  
  Cross-System Comparison: The error arises when a user attempts to compare objects or settings that are not in the same SAP system or client. For example, trying to compare a transport request from one system with a transport request from another system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be incorrectly configured to allow comparisons across different systems, which is not supported by SAP.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Ensure Same System/Client: Make sure that you are performing the comparison within the same SAP system or client. Check the system/client you are currently logged into and ensure that the objects you are trying to compare belong to the