How To Fix CTWF507 - There are no direct follow-on systems for the specified target systems

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 507

• Message text: There are no direct follow-on systems for the specified target systems

What causes this issue?

The system could not find any direct follow-on systems for the
specified target systems and transport requests. This could be due to
one of the following reasons:
There are no direct follow-on systems for the target systems and
transport requests on the transport routes.
You have used special transports (transports of copies or relocations)
in your transport proposal. These types of transport requests do not
follow the transport routes and have no direct follow-on systems.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Make sure that you want to transport the specified transport requests
and enter the target systems manually.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTWF507 - There are no direct follow-on systems for the specified target systems ?

  The SAP error message CTWF507 indicates that there are no direct follow-on systems for the specified target systems in the context of a workflow or process chain. This error typically arises when you are trying to execute a workflow or process that requires a follow-on system, but the system configuration does not have any defined follow-on systems for the specified target.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The target system may not be configured correctly in the system landscape. This could mean that the necessary connections or relationships between systems have not been established.
  Incorrect Target System: The target system specified in the workflow or process may not be valid or may not exist in the system landscape.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the systems are part of a transport layer, there may be issues with the transport routes or configurations.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from recognizing the follow-on systems.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SICF and check the configuration of the target system.
  Ensure that the target system is correctly defined in the system landscape and that it is active.
  
  
  
  Define Follow-On Systems:
  
  Use transaction SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration settings for defining follow-on systems.
  Ensure that the follow-on systems are correctly defined for the target system in question.
  
  
  
  Validate Target System:
  
  Verify that the target system specified in the workflow or process is correct and exists in the system landscape.
  Check for any typographical errors in the system name.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Routes:
  
  If applicable, check the transport routes to ensure that the systems are correctly connected and that there are no issues with the transport layer.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to access the target and follow-on systems.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific workflow or process you are trying to execute for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, SICF, and SWDD (Workflow Builder) for managing workflows.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message CTWF507.
  System Landscape Directory (SLD): Ensure that the System Landscape Directory is up to date and reflects the current configuration of your systems.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.