How To Fix ESH_IEF_MSG020 - Release transport request &1 before activating/deleting SW Comp. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_IEF_MSG - Import/Export Framework

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Release transport request &1 before activating/deleting SW Comp. &2

What causes this issue?

Software component &v2& cannot be registered for program-based software
component transport or cannot be deleted from the registration until the
transport request &v1& has been released. This transport request
contains generated programs corresponding to changes of the software
component &v2&.

System Response

Software component &v2& has not been registered/deregistered for
program-based software component transport.

How to fix this error?

Release transport request &v1& containing generated programs of software
component &v2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_IEF_MSG020 - Release transport request &1 before activating/deleting SW Comp. &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_IEF_MSG020 indicates that there is a transport request that needs to be released before you can activate or delete a Software Component (SW Comp) in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or SAP Information Extraction Framework.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  There is an existing transport request associated with the Software Component that has not been released.
  The system enforces that all changes related to a Software Component must be captured in a transport request, and it must be released before any activation or deletion can occur.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Transport Request:
  
  Note the transport request number mentioned in the error message (e.g., &1).
  
  
  
  Release the Transport Request:
  
  Go to transaction code SE09 or SE10 in the SAP GUI.
  Find the transport request that corresponds to the number provided in the error message.
  Select the transport request and choose the option to release it (usually found in the menu or as a button).
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependent objects or transport requests that might be causing issues.
  
  
  
  Retry Activation/Deletion:
  
  After releasing the transport request, try to activate or delete the Software Component again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understand how the TMS works in SAP, as it manages the transport requests and their statuses.
  Software Components: Familiarize yourself with the concept of Software Components in SAP, especially in the context of Enterprise Search or Information Extraction Framework.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider checking the system logs or consulting with your SAP Basis team for further investigation.