How To Fix W+588 - Original system &1 does not exist as a logical system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W+ -

• Message number: 588

• Message text: Original system &1 does not exist as a logical system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W+588 - Original system &1 does not exist as a logical system ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W+588 Original system &1 does not exist as a logical system
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs when a system tries to process an IDoc or a message that references an original system (the system from which the IDoc was originally sent), but this original system is not defined as a logical system in the current SAP system.
  In SAP ALE/IDoc processing, logical systems are used to uniquely identify different SAP systems or clients in a distributed environment. If the original system is not maintained in the logical system table, the system cannot properly route or process the IDoc.
  
  Where it occurs:
  
  During IDoc inbound processing.
  When the system tries to determine the original sender system.
  In ALE distribution scenarios or when processing inbound IDocs from external systems.
  
  
  Cause Details:
  
  The logical system name of the original system (sender system) is missing in the current system.
  The logical system name might be incorrectly configured or not maintained.
  The IDoc header contains an original system name that the current system does not recognize.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Logical System Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SALE (or BD54) to maintain logical systems.
  Verify if the logical system name mentioned in the error message (&1) exists.
  If it does not exist, create a new logical system with the exact name.
  
  
  
  Assign Logical System to Client:
  
  Use transaction SCC4 to assign the logical system to the relevant client.
  This ensures the system knows which logical system corresponds to which client.
  
  
  
  Check Partner Profiles:
  
  Use transaction WE20 to check the partner profiles.
  Ensure that the partner profile for the sender system is correctly maintained with the correct logical system name.
  
  
  
  Check IDoc Header:
  
  Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to display the IDoc.
  Verify the original system name in the IDoc control record.
  Confirm it matches the logical system name maintained in your system.
  
  
  
  ALE Distribution Model:
  
  Use transaction BD64 to check the distribution model.
  Ensure the logical system is included in the model.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Logical systems are case-sensitive; ensure the name matches exactly.
  Logical systems are client-specific; ensure you are working in the correct client.
  This is a warning message (W+588), so processing might continue, but it is recommended to fix it to avoid inconsistencies.
  If the original system is an external system or a non-SAP system, ensure the logical system name is agreed upon and maintained in both systems.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error Message
  W+588 Original system &1 does not exist as a logical system
  
  
  Cause
  Original system not defined as logical system in current SAP system
  
  
  Solution
  Maintain logical system in SALE/BD54, assign to client in SCC4, check partner profiles in WE20
  
  
  Transactions to Use
  SALE / BD54, SCC4, WE20, WE02/WE05, BD64
  
  
  
  
  If you need further assistance with specific steps or screenshots, feel free to ask!