How To Fix TR685 - Recipient and consolidation systems may not be the same

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TR - Change and Transport System

• Message number: 685

• Message text: Recipient and consolidation systems may not be the same

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TR685 - Recipient and consolidation systems may not be the same ?

  The SAP error message TR685 ("Recipient and consolidation systems may not be the same") typically occurs in the context of transport management within SAP systems. This error indicates that there is an issue with the transport request configuration, specifically when trying to transport objects between systems that are not set up correctly in terms of their roles (e.g., development, quality assurance, production).
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to consolidate transport requests or perform a transport operation where the source (the system from which you are transporting) and the target (the system to which you are transporting) are the same. This is not allowed because it can lead to inconsistencies and conflicts in the transport process.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transport Routes: Ensure that the transport routes are correctly defined in the Transport Management System (TMS). The source and target systems should be different.
  
  
  Review Transport Requests: Verify the transport requests you are trying to consolidate or transport. Make sure that you are not trying to transport objects to the same system from which they originated.
  
  
  Use Correct Systems: If you are trying to transport changes from a development system to a quality assurance or production system, ensure that you are selecting the correct target system in the transport request.
  
  
  Consult Transport Logs: Check the transport logs for more detailed information about the error. This can provide insights into what specific actions led to the error.
  
  
  Recreate Transport Request: If necessary, you may need to recreate the transport request to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  
  
  Contact Basis Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be helpful to contact your SAP Basis team or system administrator for assistance. They can provide insights into the transport configuration and help troubleshoot the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): Familiarize yourself with the TMS configuration and how transport routes are set up between different SAP systems.
  Transport Request Types: Understand the different types of transport requests (e.g., customizing, workbench) and their purposes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on transport management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TR685 error and successfully manage your transport requests in SAP.