How To Fix PU656 - Request &1 flagged in target &1.&2(&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PU - Upgrade and Transport Log Messages

• Message number: 656

• Message text: Request &1 flagged in target &1.&2(&3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PU656 - Request &1 flagged in target &1.&2(&3) ?

  The SAP error message PU656 indicates that a request has been flagged in the target system. This typically occurs during the transport of objects between SAP systems, particularly when dealing with transport requests in the Change and Transport System (CTS).
  Cause:
  The error message PU656 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Transport Request Status: The transport request may be flagged for various reasons, such as being incomplete, having errors, or being in a state that prevents it from being imported into the target system.
  
  
  Missing Dependencies: The request may depend on other transport requests that have not yet been imported into the target system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to import the transport request may not have the necessary authorizations to do so.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the target system that prevent the import of the transport request.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PU656 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transport Request Status:
  
  Use transaction code SE01 or SE09 to check the status of the transport request. Ensure that it is released and does not have any errors.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Check if the transport request has dependencies on other requests. Ensure that all dependent requests have been imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to import the transport request. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the transport logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Re-Release the Request:
  
  If the request is flagged, you may need to re-release it in the source system. This can be done using transaction SE10 or SE01.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE01 (Transport Organizer), SE09 (Workbench Organizer), STMS (Transport Management System).
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide updates or fixes related to transport issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on the Change and Transport System for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PU656 error and implement a solution to resolve it.