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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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. You can check this in transaction STMS under the "Transport Routes" section.
  Ensure that the transport directory path is correct and accessible.
  
  
  
  Verify File Existence:
  
  Check the file server to see if the transport files exist in the expected directory. The files typically have a naming convention like K*.KTP for the transport request.
  
  
  
  Restore Missing Files:
  
  If the transport files are missing, you may need to restore them from a backup or recreate the transport request if possible.
  
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user or system has the necessary permissions to access the transport files on the file server.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Check for any network issues that may be preventing access to the file server. Ensure that the server is reachable from the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Transport Management Configuration:
  
  If the transport directory is not set up correctly, you may need to configure it properly in TMS. This can involve setting up the transport routes and ensuring that all systems in the landscape are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  STMS: Transport Management System
  SE01: Transport Organizer
  SE09: Workbench Organizer
  SE10: Customizing Organizer
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to transport errors. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Logs: Review the transport logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context for the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the "1R420 Transport file not found on file server" error in your SAP system.