How To Fix TO002 - Subobject & &: Versions differ in systems & and &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TO - Transport Organizer and Tools

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Subobject & &: Versions differ in systems & and &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TO002 - Subobject & &: Versions differ in systems & and & ?

  The SAP error message TO002 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the versions of a subobject in different systems. This typically occurs in the context of transport management, where objects are transported from one SAP system to another (e.g., from a development system to a quality assurance or production system).
  Cause:
  The error message TO002 is triggered when:
  
  The same subobject (like a transport request or configuration object) exists in two different systems (e.g., Development and Production) but has different versions.
  This can happen if changes were made in one system that were not transported to the other system, leading to version mismatches.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TO002 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Subobject: Determine which subobject is causing the issue. The error message will typically provide the names or identifiers of the subobjects involved.
  
  
  Check Versions: Compare the versions of the subobject in both systems. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction codes like SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) or SE09/SE10 (Transport Requests) to view the transport requests and their contents.
  Checking the specific object in the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for database tables, SE80 for development objects).
  
  
  
  Synchronize Versions: Once you identify the differences:
  
  If the version in the source system (e.g., Development) is the correct one, transport the changes to the target system (e.g., Production).
  If the version in the target system is correct, you may need to adjust or delete the conflicting transport request in the source system.
  
  
  
  Re-transport if Necessary: After resolving the version discrepancies, you may need to re-transport the affected objects to ensure consistency across systems.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the changes or how to proceed, consult your SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP Basis team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding how TMS works can help prevent such issues in the future. Ensure that all changes are properly transported and that all systems are synchronized.
  Change Management: Implementing a robust change management process can help track changes and ensure that all systems are updated consistently.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TO002 error and ensure that the versions of the subobjects are consistent across the involved systems.