How To Fix DBOSC741 - Error while creating request &1/&2; invalid request type &3 <> &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBOSC -

• Message number: 741

• Message text: Error while creating request &1/&2; invalid request type &3 <> &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBOSC741 - Error while creating request &1/&2; invalid request type &3 <> &4 ?

  The SAP error message DBOSC741 indicates that there is an issue with the request type when trying to create a transport request. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP transport management system (TMS) when there is a mismatch between the expected request type and the actual request type being used.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Request Type: The error suggests that the request type being used (indicated by &3) does not match the expected request type (indicated by &4). This can happen if:
  
  The request type is incorrectly specified in the transport request.
  There is a configuration issue in the transport management system.
  The request type is not valid for the specific operation being performed.
  
  
  
  System Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the transport domain configuration or the transport routes.
  
  
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create the specified type of transport request.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Request Type: Verify the request type you are trying to create. Ensure that it matches the expected request type for the operation you are performing. You can check the request type in the transport request creation screen.
  
  
  Review Transport Configuration: 
  
  Go to transaction STMS and check the transport routes and configuration.
  Ensure that the transport domain is correctly set up and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create the transport request. You may need to check the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to transport requests.
  
  
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue. You can use transaction SM21 to check the system log.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Request Types: Familiarize yourself with the different types of transport requests in SAP (e.g., Workbench requests, Customizing requests) and their purposes.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding how TMS works and its configuration can help in troubleshooting transport-related issues.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on transport requests and the transport management system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the DBOSC741 error.