How To Fix OT157 - Transport subdirectory EPS/out does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OT - SAP Online Correction Support (SOCS)

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Transport subdirectory EPS/out does not exist

What causes this issue?

The transport subdirectory EPS/out of the target host specified in the
RFC destination &v1& cannot be accessed.

System Response

The EPS file transfer is not performed.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the transport subdirectory EPS/out exists, and create
it if required.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OT157 - Transport subdirectory EPS/out does not exist ?

  The SAP error message OT157, which states "Transport subdirectory EPS/out does not exist," typically occurs when the transport directory structure is not properly set up or is missing the required subdirectory for transport requests. This can happen for various reasons, such as incorrect configuration, missing directories, or issues with the transport management system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Directory: The EPS/out directory is missing from the transport directory structure.
  Incorrect Configuration: The transport directory may not be correctly configured in the system.
  File System Issues: There may be file system issues, such as permissions or disk space problems, preventing the creation of the necessary directories.
  Transport Directory Not Initialized: The transport directory may not have been initialized properly during system setup.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the OT157 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Directory Structure:
  
  Navigate to the transport directory (usually located at /usr/sap/trans).
  Verify that the EPS/out subdirectory exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Directory:
  
  If the EPS/out directory is missing, create it manually. You can do this using the command line:
  mkdir -p /usr/sap/trans/EPS/out
  
  Ensure that the directory has the correct permissions set, typically allowing the SAP user to read and write.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Directory Configuration:
  
  Use transaction STMS in the SAP GUI to check the transport configuration.
  Ensure that the transport directory is correctly defined in the Transport Management System (TMS) settings.
  
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the SAP user has the necessary permissions to access and modify the transport directories.
  You can check and modify permissions using the chmod and chown commands in the command line.
  
  
  
  Restart Transport Management System:
  
  After making changes, it may be necessary to restart the transport management system to ensure that it recognizes the new directory structure.
  
  
  
  Check for Disk Space:
  
  Ensure that there is sufficient disk space on the server where the transport directory resides. Lack of disk space can prevent the creation of necessary directories.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to transport issues for any specific patches or updates that may address this error.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Familiarize yourself with TMS configuration and management, as it plays a crucial role in transport operations.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.