How To Fix VINFO018 - IC: XI forwarding error - business system not defined in SLD

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VINFO - Information Container

• Message number: 018

• Message text: IC: XI forwarding error - business system not defined in SLD

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VINFO018 - IC: XI forwarding error - business system not defined in SLD ?

  The SAP error message VINFO018 indicates that there is an issue with the integration between SAP systems, specifically related to the XI (Exchange Infrastructure) or PI (Process Integration) configuration. The error message states that the business system is not defined in the System Landscape Directory (SLD). Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Business System Not Defined: The business system that is being referenced in the integration scenario is not defined in the SLD. This could happen if the business system was not created or if it was deleted or not properly configured.
  SLD Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the SLD configuration itself, such as connectivity problems or incorrect settings.
  Transport Issues: If the business system was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly registered in the SLD.
  Incorrect Configuration in Integration Directory: The integration scenario may be incorrectly configured, pointing to a business system that does not exist in the SLD.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check SLD Configuration:
  
  Log into the SLD and verify that the business system in question is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the system is active and has the correct technical details (like system ID, host, and instance number).
  
  
  
  Create or Update Business System:
  
  If the business system is not defined, create it in the SLD.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, update the necessary details.
  
  
  
  Check Integration Directory:
  
  Go to the Integration Directory and verify that the configuration is pointing to the correct business system.
  Make sure that the sender and receiver agreements are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Check Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the SLD is reachable from the SAP PI/PO system. Check network connectivity and any firewall settings that might be blocking access.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  Sometimes, restarting the relevant services (like the SLD service or the PI/PO services) can resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the business system was transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and that all necessary objects are in place.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SLD Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on how to configure and manage the SLD.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to SLD or XI/PI configurations.
  Logs and Traces: Review the logs in the SAP PI/PO system for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context for troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other online resources for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VINFO018 error and ensure that your business systems are correctly defined and configured in the SLD.