How To Fix RS501 - Report "&1" has not been saved. No transport possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS - BRST Reporting Support Tools: Communication Handler

• Message number: 501

• Message text: Report "&1" has not been saved. No transport possible

What causes this issue?

Report &V1& is not saved. This is why the assignment cannot be
transported.

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?

First save the report assignment and then the report. Then you can
transport the report assignment.

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 RS501 - Report "&1" has not been saved. No transport possible ?

  The SAP error message RS501, which states "Report '&1' has not been saved. No transport possible," typically occurs when you attempt to transport a report or program that has not been saved in the development environment. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Unsaved Changes: The report or program has been modified but not saved. If you try to transport it without saving, you will encounter this error.
  Transport Request Issues: The report may not be assigned to a transport request, or the transport request may not be released.
  Authorization Issues: You may lack the necessary authorizations to save or transport the report.
  Development Class: The report might not be assigned to a proper development class, which is required for transport.
  Object Locking: The object might be locked by another user or process, preventing you from saving it.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Save the Report: Ensure that you save the report or program before attempting to transport it. You can do this by clicking the save button or using the shortcut (Ctrl + S).
  Check Transport Request: Make sure that the report is assigned to a transport request. If not, you can create a new transport request and assign the report to it.
  Release the Transport Request: If the transport request is already created, ensure that it is released. You can do this in the Transport Organizer (transaction SE09 or SE10).
  Check Authorizations: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to save and transport objects. If not, contact your SAP administrator.
  Development Class Assignment: Ensure that the report is assigned to a valid development class. You can check this in the attributes of the report.
  Unlock the Object: If the object is locked, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has locked it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer
  SE38: ABAP Editor
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to transport errors.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices on managing transport requests and object versions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RS501 error and successfully transport your report or program. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.