How To Fix CTS_CONFIG_MSG_CL120 - Cannot distribute plug-in to system &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTS_CONFIG_MSG_CL - Message Class for Central CTS Configuration

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Cannot distribute plug-in to system &

What causes this issue?

You want to distribute the CTS Bootstrapper and CTS Service plug-ins to
system &v1&.
This system is a "dummy" system that only exists for display reasons. In
this way it is possible to display a cluster that does not contain any
systems in the Flat List display.
You cannot distribute the plug-in to system &v1&.

How to fix this error?

Select a valid system to which the plug-in can be distributed.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTS_CONFIG_MSG_CL120 - Cannot distribute plug-in to system & ?

  The SAP error message CTS_CONFIG_MSG_CL120 indicates an issue with the distribution of a plug-in to a system in the Change and Transport System (CTS). This error typically arises when there are configuration issues or problems with the transport landscape.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The transport routes or system settings may not be correctly configured in the CTS.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the distribution.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the systems involved in the transport.
  System Status: The target system may be in a state that does not allow for the distribution of plug-ins (e.g., it may be down or in maintenance mode).
  Transport Directory Issues: Problems with the transport directory or transport files can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the transport routes in the Transport Management System (TMS) configuration.
  Ensure that the source and target systems are correctly defined and connected.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user performing the operation has the necessary authorizations to distribute plug-ins. Check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Test the network connection between the systems. Ensure that there are no firewalls or network issues blocking the communication.
  
  
  
  System Status:
  
  Check the status of the target system. Ensure it is up and running and not in a maintenance mode.
  
  
  
  Transport Directory:
  
  Check the transport directory for any inconsistencies or issues. Ensure that the transport files are correctly placed and accessible.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs and transport logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring the Change and Transport System.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the CTS_CONFIG_MSG_CL120 error effectively.