How To Fix USMD6118 - Distribution system &1 is new and not defined in the SLD

USMD6118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD6 - Messages for Data Transfer

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Distribution system &1 is new and not defined in the SLD

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD6118 - Distribution system &1 is new and not defined in the SLD ?

  The SAP error message USMD6118 indicates that a distribution system is new and has not been defined in the System Landscape Directory (SLD). This typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to perform operations related to data distribution.
  
  Cause:
  
  New Distribution System: The distribution system you are trying to use has been created but not yet registered in the SLD.
  SLD Configuration: There may be issues with the SLD configuration or connectivity, preventing the new distribution system from being recognized.
  Missing Entries: The necessary entries for the distribution system may not have been created in the SLD.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Register the Distribution System in SLD:
  
  Go to the SLD administration interface.
  Ensure that the new distribution system is properly registered. You may need to create a new entry for it if it does not exist.
  
  
  
  Check SLD Connectivity:
  
  Verify that the connection between your SAP system and the SLD