How To Fix CTS_API018 - Could not start import

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTS_API - CTS API

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Could not start import

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTS_API018 - Could not start import ?

  The SAP error message CTS_API018: Could not start import typically occurs in the context of the Change and Transport System (CTS) when there is an issue with importing a transport request. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding an appropriate solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Transport Directory Issues: The transport directory may not be correctly set up or may have permission issues.
  Transport Request Status: The transport request may be in a status that does not allow it to be imported (e.g., it might be locked or not released).
  Missing Dependencies: The transport request may depend on other requests that have not been imported yet.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the target system that prevent the import from starting.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the import may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Network Issues: If the transport is being imported from a remote system, network issues could prevent the import from starting.
  Transport Tool Issues: There may be issues with the transport tools or the transport management system itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Transport Directory: Ensure that the transport directory is correctly configured and that the necessary permissions are set for the user performing the import.
  Verify Transport Request Status: Check the status of the transport request in transaction SE09 or SE10. Ensure it is released and not locked.
  Check Dependencies: Review the transport request for any dependencies and ensure that all required requests have been imported.
  Review System Configuration: Ensure that the target system is correctly configured to accept the transport. Check for any system-specific settings that may need to be adjusted.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the import. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Network Connectivity: If applicable, check the network connectivity between the systems involved in the transport process.
  Transport Management System: If the issue persists, consider restarting the transport management system or checking for any known issues or patches that may need to be applied.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes SE09 and SE10 to manage transport requests and check their statuses.
  Logs and Traces: Check the transport logs for more detailed error messages. You can find logs in transaction STMS or by checking the transport directory on the file system.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to CTS_API018.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the Change and Transport System for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP Basis team for further assistance.