How To Fix >4105 - Transaction is a prototype only and cannot be used productively

>4105 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >4 - SAP File Transfer Protocol

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Transaction is a prototype only and cannot be used productively

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >4105 - Transaction is a prototype only and cannot be used productively ?

  The SAP error message "4105 Transaction is a prototype only and cannot be used productively" indicates that the transaction you are trying to execute is a prototype or test transaction and is not intended for productive use. This typically occurs in the context of custom transactions or when using certain development or testing environments.
  
  Cause:
  
  Prototype Transaction: The transaction code you are trying to use is defined as a prototype in the SAP system. Prototype transactions are often used for testing or demonstration purposes and are not meant to be used in a live production environment.
  Development Environment: You may be in a development or sandbox environment where certain transactions are restricted to prevent accidental changes or data manipulation.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the error can also arise due to insufficient authorizations to execute certain transactions, although this is less common for prototype transactions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use the Correct Transaction: Check if there is a different transaction code