How To Fix /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME018 - Transport request has not been specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Transport request has not been specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME018 - Transport request has not been specified ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME018 indicates that a transport request has not been specified for a design-time object in the SAP Gateway. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify an object (like an OData service or a CDS view) in the SAP Gateway and you haven't assigned it to a transport request.
  Cause:
  
  No Transport Request Assigned: The most common cause is that you are working in a development environment and have not created or assigned a transport request for the changes you are making.
  Transport Request Not Created: You may have forgotten to create a transport request before making changes.
  Incorrect User Authorization: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or assign transport requests.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a Transport Request:
  
  Go to transaction code SE09 or SE10.
  Create a new transport request if one does not exist.
  Make sure to assign the transport request to your changes.
  
  
  
  Assign the Transport Request:
  
  When you are in the design-time object (like an OData service), look for an option to assign a transport request.
  If you are using the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW), ensure that you have a transport request assigned before saving your changes.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that your user has the necessary authorizations to create and manage transport requests. You may need to contact your SAP Basis team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Development Environment:
  
  Make sure you are working in the correct development environment (e.g., Development system) where transport requests can be created.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understand how the TMS works in SAP, as it is crucial for managing transport requests.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Gateway documentation for best practices on managing design-time objects and transport requests.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /IWFND/CM_DESIGNTIME018 and successfully manage your design-time objects in SAP Gateway.