How To Fix CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG217 - Owner &1 cannot be validated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Owner &1 cannot be validated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG217 - Owner &1 cannot be validated ?

  The SAP error message CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG217 with the description "Owner &1 cannot be validated" typically occurs in the context of the Change and Transport System (CTS) when there is an issue with the owner of a transport request. This error indicates that the system is unable to validate the specified owner of the transport request, which can lead to issues in managing transports.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid User ID: The user ID specified as the owner of the transport request may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to be recognized as the owner of the transport request.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up, or the user may not be assigned to the correct roles.
  Transport Request Status: The transport request may be in a status that does not allow for validation of the owner.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the CTS settings that prevent proper validation of transport request owners.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check User ID: Verify that the user ID specified as the owner exists in the system. You can do this by checking the user master record in transaction SU01.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to own transport requests. You can check this in transaction SU53 after attempting to perform the action that triggers the error.
  Correct User Profile: If the user ID is valid but still causing issues, check the user’s profile and roles to ensure they are correctly assigned.
  Change Owner: If the owner is invalid, you can change the owner of the transport request to a valid user using transaction SE09 or SE10.
  Check Transport Request Status: Ensure that the transport request is in a valid status for processing. If it is in a locked or invalid state, you may need to unlock or correct it.
  Consult Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult your SAP Basis team to check for any underlying configuration issues or system errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE09 / SE10: For managing transport requests.
  SU01: For user management.
  SU53: For checking authorization issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to CTS and transport management for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Change and Transport System for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG217 error.