How To Fix WW200 - Logical system & does not exist


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WW - Material group master maintenance

  • Message number: 200

  • Message text: Logical system & does not exist

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  • What causes this issue?

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

    System Response

    How to fix this error?

    Check your entry. It may be that you have not yet defined a logical
    system.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WW200 - Logical system & does not exist ?

    The SAP error message WW200, which states "Logical system & does not exist," typically occurs when the system is trying to access a logical system that has not been defined in the SAP system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during data transfer, configuration, or when trying to execute certain transactions that involve logical systems.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Logical System Definition: The logical system you are trying to use has not been defined in the SAP system.
    2. Incorrect Configuration: The logical system may be incorrectly configured or misspelled in the relevant settings.
    3. Transport Issues: If you are working in a development environment and have transported objects to a different environment (like QA or Production), the logical system may not exist in the target environment.
    4. Client-Specific Settings: The logical system might be defined in one client but not in another, leading to this error when switching clients.

    Solution:

    1. Define the Logical System:

      • Go to transaction code BD54 (Maintain Logical System).
      • Check if the logical system you are trying to use is listed. If not, you can create a new logical system by clicking on the "New Entries" button and entering the required details.
    2. Check Configuration:

      • Ensure that the logical system is correctly configured in the relevant settings, such as in the RFC destinations (transaction code SM59) or in the ALE configuration (transaction code SALE).
    3. Transport Requests:

      • If the logical system is missing due to transport issues, ensure that the transport requests containing the logical system definition are properly imported into the target environment.
    4. Client Settings:

      • If you are working in a multi-client environment, ensure that the logical system is defined in the client you are currently using.
    5. Check for Typos:

      • Verify that there are no typographical errors in the logical system name being referenced in your configuration or transaction.

    Related Information:

    • Logical Systems: Logical systems are used in SAP to identify different systems in a landscape, especially in scenarios involving ALE (Application Link Enabling) and IDocs (Intermediate Documents).
    • Transaction Codes:
      • BD54: Maintain Logical System
      • SM59: RFC Destinations
      • SALE: ALE Configuration
    • Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on logical systems and their configuration.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WW200 error and ensure that the logical system is correctly defined and configured in your SAP environment.

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