How To Fix CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG204 - Transport request &1 has not been preselected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG - Message Class for the Transport Organizer

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Transport request &1 has not been preselected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG204 - Transport request &1 has not been preselected ?

  The SAP error message CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG204 indicates that a transport request has not been preselected for a particular operation. This typically occurs in the context of the Change and Transport System (CTS) when you are trying to manage transport requests in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error message "Transport request &1 has not been preselected" can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Transport Request Not Selected: The transport request you are trying to work with has not been marked for selection in the transport organizer.
  Incorrect Transport Request Status: The transport request may not be in a status that allows it to be processed (e.g., it might be released or not yet released).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to select or process the transport request.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the CTS settings that prevent the transport request from being preselected.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transport Request Status:
  
  Go to the Transport Organizer (transaction SE09 or SE10) and check the status of the transport request. Ensure that it is in a status that allows it to be processed (e.g., "Modifiable" or "Released").
  
  
  
  Select the Transport Request:
  
  Ensure that you have selected the transport request in the transport organizer. You may need to manually select it if it is not preselected.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if you have the necessary authorizations to work with the transport request. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure you have the appropriate roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Routes:
  
  Verify that the transport routes are correctly configured in the system. You can check this in transaction STMS (Transport Management System).
  
  
  
  Recreate the Transport Request:
  
  If the transport request is corrupted or not functioning as expected, consider creating a new transport request and moving the objects to the new request.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE09 (Workbench Organizer), SE10 (Customizing Organizer), STMS (Transport Management System).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to transport issues or the specific error message for additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on the Change and Transport System for more detailed information on managing transport requests.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.