How To Fix 5W168 - Transport request terminated. Task not deleted


5W168 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 5W - Messages for PD (Particularly Workflow)

  • Message number: 168

  • Message text: Transport request terminated. Task not deleted

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5W168 - Transport request terminated. Task not deleted ?
    The SAP error message 5W168 indicates that a transport request has been terminated, and the associated task has not been deleted. This can occur for various reasons, including issues with the transport system, problems during the transport process, or inconsistencies in the transport request.
    Causes:
    
    Transport System Issues: Problems with the transport directory or transport management system can lead to this error.
    Network Issues: If there are network interruptions during the transport process, it may cause the transport request to terminate unexpectedly.
    Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for the user performing the transport can lead to failures.
    System Configuration: Incorrect configuration of the transport routes or transport layers can also result in this error.
    Transport Request Locking: If the transport request is locked by another process or user, it may not be able to complete successfully.
    
    Solutions:
    
    Check Transport Logs: Review the transport logs for any specific error messages that can provide more context on why the

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