How To Fix DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT128 - Function module call for tp command &1 failed with return code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT - message class for dynamic maint event proc

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Function module call for tp command &1 failed with return code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT128 - Function module call for tp command &1 failed with return code &2 ?

  The SAP error message DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT128 indicates that there was a failure in executing a function module call related to the transport management system (TP command) in SAP. This error typically occurs during the transport of data or objects between different SAP systems, particularly when using the Data Migration Cockpit (DMC) or related tools.
  Cause:
  The error message Function module call for tp command &1 failed with return code &2 suggests that the transport command (denoted by &1) encountered an issue, and the return code &2 indicates the specific error encountered. Common causes for this error include:
  
  Transport Directory Issues: The transport directory may not be correctly set up or may have permission issues.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP systems involved in the transport.
  Transport Configuration: The transport routes or configuration may not be correctly defined.
  Missing Authorizations: The user executing the transport may lack the necessary authorizations.
  System Lock: The target system may be locked or unavailable for transport operations.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters passed to the TP command may be incorrect or invalid.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Transport Directory: Ensure that the transport directory is correctly configured and that the user has the necessary permissions to access it.
  Verify Network Connectivity: Check the network connection between the source and target SAP systems to ensure they can communicate.
  Review Transport Configuration: Verify the transport routes and ensure that they are correctly set up in the Transport Management System (STMS).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transport has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Inspect System Status: Check if the target system is available and not locked for transport operations.
  Analyze Return Code: Look up the specific return code &2 in the SAP documentation or transaction ST22 (Dump Analysis) to get more details about the error.
  Review Logs: Check the transport logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like STMS (Transport Management System) to manage transports, SE01 (Transport Organizer) to view transport requests, and ST22 for analyzing dumps.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on transport management and the Data Migration Cockpit.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the specific return code and any relevant logs or error messages.