How To Fix IU820 - Specify a transport request for generated ICNV nametabs for add-ons

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IU - Incremental Conversion (ICNV)

• Message number: 820

• Message text: Specify a transport request for generated ICNV nametabs for add-ons

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IU820 - Specify a transport request for generated ICNV nametabs for add-ons ?

  The SAP error message IU820, which states "Specify a transport request for generated ICNV nametabs for add-ons," typically occurs when you are trying to generate or modify ICNV (Internationalization Conversion) nametabs for add-ons in the SAP system, but a transport request has not been specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Transport Request: The most common cause of this error is that the system requires a transport request to be specified for the changes being made. This is necessary for tracking changes and ensuring that they can be transported between different SAP environments (e.g., from development to quality assurance to production).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the transport request from being recognized or created.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or assign a transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify a Transport Request:
  
  When prompted by the system, ensure that you specify a valid transport request. You can create a new transport request if necessary.
  To create a transport request, you can use transaction code SE09 or SE10 to manage transport requests.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and manage transport requests. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to transport management in your SAP system. Ensure that the transport directory is correctly set up and that there are no issues with the transport landscape.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction SE09/SE10:
  
  Go to transaction SE09 or SE10 to create a new transport request if you do not have an existing one. After creating it, you can return to the task that generated the error and specify the new transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ICNV nametabs and transport requests for any specific instructions or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ICNV Nametabs: These are used for internationalization and localization of data in SAP systems. They help in managing language-specific data.
  Transport Management System (TMS): This is the framework used in SAP to manage the transport of objects between different systems in the landscape.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  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.