How To Fix 27086 - Determining parent instance of instance &

27086 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 27 - API-specific configuration/master data messages

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Determining parent instance of instance &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 27086 - Determining parent instance of instance & ?

  The SAP error message 27086, which states "Determining parent instance of instance &," typically occurs in the context of SAP's transport management system or during the execution of certain transactions that involve instance management. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the parent instance for a given instance, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The instance may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the inability to identify its parent.
  Transport Directory Issues: Problems with the transport directory or transport routes can cause this error.
  System Landscape Issues: If there are inconsistencies in the system landscape configuration, such as missing or incorrectly defined systems, this error can occur.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of necessary authorizations to access certain instances or configurations can also lead to this error.
  Database Issues: Corruption or inconsistencies in the database tables related to instance management can trigger this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration