How To Fix USMDC015 - Distribution service &1 (client &2) will not be converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMDC - General Messages

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Distribution service &1 (client &2) will not be converted

What causes this issue?

The system can only automatically migrate distribution services that are
assigned to one of the following classes:
CL_USMD_RQ_COA_OUT
CL_USMD_RQ_GLAM_OUT
CL_USMD_RQ_FRS_OUT

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

A suitable outbound implementation can only be determined manually for
the distribution service &V1&. You need to manually process dependent
settings also.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMDC015 - Distribution service &1 (client &2) will not be converted ?

  The SAP error message USMDC015 indicates that the distribution service for a specific client cannot be converted. This typically occurs during system upgrades or when attempting to perform certain administrative tasks related to client management in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Inconsistent Client Data: The client data may be inconsistent or corrupted, preventing the conversion process.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: There may be missing configuration settings or incorrect parameters in the system that are required for the conversion.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting the conversion may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the SAP system, such as database inconsistencies or problems with the transport layer.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the USMDC015 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Client Consistency:
  
  Use transaction code SCC4 to check the client settings and ensure that the client is properly configured.
  Run the report RSCLNTD to check for inconsistencies in the client.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer trace (transaction ST22) for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the conversion. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP Basis team for further assistance. They may need to perform deeper diagnostics or apply specific notes from SAP.
  
  
  
  Backup and Restore:
  
  If the client data is severely corrupted, you may need to restore the client from a backup if available.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SCC4 (Client Administration), SCC5 (Client Deletion), and SCCL (Client Copy).
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for client management and system upgrades for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other SAP users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the USMDC015 error and implement a solution to resolve it.