How To Fix RLB042 - Cannot transport product; only a piece list is possible

RLB042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RLB - Reuse Library

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Cannot transport product; only a piece list is possible

What causes this issue?

The product cannot be transported as it contains non-transportable
elements.
The object is probably a local, private object.
However, the product can be transfered to an object list.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RLB042 - Cannot transport product; only a piece list is possible ?

  The SAP error message RLB042, which states "Cannot transport product; only a piece list is possible," typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) when you are trying to transport a product that is not eligible for transport in the current context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Product Type: The product you are trying to transport may not be a valid product type for transport. In some cases, only certain types of products (like piece lists) can be transported.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in your SAP system that restrict the transport of certain product types.
  Incomplete Data: The product may not have all the necessary data or attributes defined, making it ineligible for transport.
  Transport Layer Restrictions: The transport layer settings may not allow for the transport of the specific product type you are working with.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Product Type: Verify that the product you are trying to