How To Fix AQ854 - Import option & is not allowed

AQ854 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 854

• Message text: Import option & is not allowed

What causes this issue?

When attempting to generate a transport dataset, you specified an
invalid import option.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Refer to the documentation for the possible import options and how they
can be combined with transport types.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ854 - Import option & is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message AQ854, which states "Import option & is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of data import operations, particularly when dealing with the SAP Application Interface Framework (AIF) or similar data import scenarios. This error indicates that the specified import option is not permitted due to certain restrictions or configurations in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Import Option: The import option specified in the operation is not recognized or is not allowed by the system configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the import operation with the specified option.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific settings that restrict certain import options based on business rules or data integrity constraints.
  Data Format Issues: The data being imported may not conform to the expected format or structure, leading to the rejection of the import option.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Import Option: Verify that the import option you are trying to use