How To Fix S_LMCFG_CMI023 - &1 Import failed with rc:&2; check transaction STMS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_LMCFG_CMI -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: &1 Import failed with rc:&2; check transaction STMS

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_LMCFG_CMI023 - &1 Import failed with rc:&2; check transaction STMS ?

  The SAP error message S_LMCFG_CMI023 indicates that an import operation in the Transport Management System (TMS) has failed. The message typically includes two parameters: &1, which usually represents the transport request number, and &2, which indicates the return code (rc) of the import operation.
  Causes
  The failure of the import can be attributed to several potential causes, including:
  
  Missing Objects: The transport request may contain objects that are not available in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user performing the import may not have the necessary authorizations to import the transport request.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the TMS settings or in the target system.
  Lock Issues: Objects being imported may be locked by another process or user.
  Dependencies: The transport request may depend on other requests that have not been imported yet.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solutions
  To resolve the issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Transaction STMS:
  
  Go to transaction STMS in the SAP GUI.
  Check the import queue for the specific transport request that failed.
  Review the logs for detailed error messages that can provide more context on why the import failed.
  
  
  
  Review the Transport Logs:
  
  In STMS, select the transport request and view the import logs. Look for specific error messages or warnings that can guide you to the root cause.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependent transport requests have been imported successfully before attempting to import the current request.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user performing the import has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your security team to ensure proper roles are assigned.
  
  
  
  Resolve Lock Issues:
  
  Check if any objects are locked. You can use transaction SM12 to view and manage locks.
  
  
  
  System Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the target system is consistent and that there are no underlying issues with the database or application server.
  
  
  
  Retry the Import:
  
  After addressing the issues, you can retry the import of the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the error message S_LMCFG_CMI023.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  STMS: Transport Management System
  SM12: Display and manage locks
  SE01: Transport Organizer
  SE09/SE10: Transport requests overview
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for SAP Notes related to transport issues, as they may provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on TMS and transport management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the import failure in SAP.