How To Fix 1R420 - Transport file not found on file server

1R420 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1R - SAP Knowledge Provider

• Message number: 420

• Message text: Transport file not found on file server

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1R420 - Transport file not found on file server ?

  The SAP error message "1R420 Transport file not found on file server" typically indicates that the system is unable to locate a transport file that is required for a transport request. This can occur during the import of a transport request or when trying to access a transport file that is expected to be present on the file server.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Transport Files: The transport files may have been deleted or moved from the file server.
  Incorrect Configuration: The transport directory may not be correctly configured in the transport management system (TMS).
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the file server.
  File Permissions: The user or system may not have the necessary permissions to access the transport files on the file server.
  Transport Directory Not Set Up: The transport directory may not be set up correctly in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Transport Directory:
  
  Verify that the transport directory is correctly configured in TMS.