How To Fix CTWF044 - Enter at least one new target system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTWF - Workflow in Change & Transport System

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Enter at least one new target system

What causes this issue?

You want the transport to be forwarded. You have not yet entered new
target systems.

System Response

This action cannot be performed.

How to fix this error?

You have the following alternatives:
When you have completed the transport request, confirm it.
If you want to forward the transport into other systems, enter the
corresponding system names.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTWF044 - Enter at least one new target system ?

  The SAP error message CTWF044, which states "Enter at least one new target system," typically occurs in the context of transport management or when working with transport requests in SAP. This error indicates that the system expects you to specify at least one target system for the transport request, but none has been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Target System: The most common cause is that when you are trying to release or manage a transport request, you have not specified any target systems where the transport should be moved.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the transport landscape, such as missing or incorrectly defined target systems in the Transport Management System (TMS).
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the target system or may have made an error in the input fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify Target System:
  
  When prompted by the error message, ensure that you enter at least one valid target system in the relevant field. This is typically done in the transport request management screen.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Routes:
  
  Go to the Transport Management System (TMS) configuration and verify that the target systems are correctly defined and that there are valid transport routes between the source and target systems.
  You can access TMS configuration via transaction code STMS.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Request:
  
  Ensure that the transport request you are working with is correctly configured and that it is in a state that allows for transport to a target system.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to transport objects to the specified target system. Lack of authorization can sometimes lead to issues in selecting target systems.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for more detailed troubleshooting steps specific to your SAP version and configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to transport management include:
  
  SE09 (Workbench Organizer)
  SE10 (Customizing Organizer)
  STMS (Transport Management System)
  
  
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): TMS is a tool used in SAP to manage the transport of objects between different SAP systems. Understanding how TMS works and how to configure it is crucial for resolving transport-related issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to transport management and the CTWF044 error.
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.