How To Fix E0704 - No successor found for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 704

• Message text: No successor found for &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0704 - No successor found for & ?

  The SAP error message E0704 ("No successor found for &") typically occurs during transport management operations, particularly when dealing with transport requests in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a successor transport request for the specified transport request number.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Transport Request: The transport request you are trying to process does not have a successor transport request defined.
  Incorrect Transport Sequence: The transport requests may not be sequenced correctly, or the successor request may have been deleted or not created.
  Transport Directory Issues: There may be issues with the transport directory or the transport management system configuration.
  Transport Request Status: The status of the transport request may not allow for a successor to be found (e.g., if it is already released or in a different state).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Transport Request: Verify the transport request number and ensure that it exists in the system. You can do this using transaction code SE01 or SE09.
  Review Successor Requests: Check if there are any successor requests defined for the transport request. You can do this by looking at the transport request details in SE01 or SE09.
  Create Successor Request: If a successor request is needed, create one manually if it was not created automatically.
  Transport Directory Check: Ensure that the transport directory is correctly configured and that there are no issues with the transport landscape.
  Check Transport Logs: Review the transport logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Consult Basis Team: If the issue persists, consult your SAP Basis team for further investigation, as they may need to check the transport configuration or perform additional troubleshooting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE01 (Transport Organizer), SE09 (Workbench Organizer), SE10 (Customizing Organizer).
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding how TMS works and how transport requests are managed can help in troubleshooting transport-related issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the E0704 error and implement a solution to resolve it.