How To Fix OL704 - Select transportable object type as supertype

OL704 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OL - Workflow object types: Run-time system

• Message number: 704

• Message text: Select transportable object type as supertype

What causes this issue?

You tried to establish an inheritance relationship between 2 object
types, where the subtype is transportable, but the supertype local.
This would lead to problems in the target system, after transport.
Transportable object types can therefore only be subtypes of other
transportable object types.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Assign the super type to another packet and redefine the inheritance
relationship, or select another object type as supertype.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OL704 - Select transportable object type as supertype ?

  The SAP error message OL704, which states "Select transportable object type as supertype," typically occurs in the context of transport management in SAP systems. This error is related to the configuration of transportable objects in the SAP system, particularly when you are trying to create or manage transport requests.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system expects you to select a transportable object type that is defined as a "supertype" in the transport management system (TMS). A supertype is a higher-level category that encompasses various subtypes of transportable objects. If you attempt to perform an action without selecting the appropriate supertype, the system will throw this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the OL704 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Object Type Selection: Ensure that you are selecting the correct transportable object type. You may need to choose a supertype that encompasses the specific object type you are trying to work with.
  
  
  Review Transport Configuration: Go to the Transport