How To Fix /CFG/FTI_TECH_ERROR051 - Creation of transport request failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/FTI_TECH_ERROR -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Creation of transport request failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/FTI_TECH_ERROR051 - Creation of transport request failed ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/FTI_TECH_ERROR051 Creation of transport request failed typically indicates that there was an issue when trying to create a transport request in the SAP system. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with configuration changes or during the transport of objects between different SAP systems.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to create the transport request may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Transport Directory Issues: There may be problems with the transport directory, such as insufficient space or incorrect permissions.
  Transport Management System (TMS) Configuration: The TMS may not be properly configured, leading to issues in creating transport requests.
  System Lock: The system may be locked for transport activities, preventing the creation of new requests.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or inconsistencies in the transport management tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create transport requests. This can be done by checking the user's roles and profiles.
  Verify Transport Directory: Check the transport directory for any issues. Ensure that there is enough space and that the permissions are correctly set for the transport directory.
  Review TMS Configuration: Verify the configuration of the Transport Management System. Ensure that all systems are correctly defined and that the transport routes are set up properly.
  Check System Locks: Look for any locks on the system that might prevent transport activities. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  Analyze Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the transport logs for any additional error messages that might provide more context on the failure.
  Restart Transport Services: Sometimes, restarting the transport services can resolve temporary issues.
  Contact Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve the Basis team to investigate further, especially if it involves system-level configurations or database issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE09 (Transport Organizer), SE10 (Transport Organizer Tools), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to transport management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the transport request creation to fail.