How To Fix SAPBC_GLOBAL559 - Type "&" invalid for transport directory

SAPBC_GLOBAL559 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAPBC_GLOBAL - Messages for Package SAPBC_GLOBAL

• Message number: 559

• Message text: Type "&" invalid for transport directory

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAPBC_GLOBAL559 - Type "&" invalid for transport directory ?

  The SAP error message "SAPBC_GLOBAL559 Type '&' invalid for transport directory" typically indicates that there is an issue with the transport directory configuration in your SAP system. This error can occur when the system is trying to access or process a transport request, but it encounters an invalid type or an incorrect configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Transport Directory Configuration: The transport directory may not be set up correctly, or there may be an invalid entry in the transport directory configuration.
  Incorrect Transport Request Type: The type of transport request being processed may not be recognized or valid.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the system's configuration that prevent it from correctly identifying or processing transport requests.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transport Directory Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction STMS (Transport Management System).
  Check the configuration of the transport directory. Ensure that the paths and settings are correct.
  Verify that the transport directory is accessible and that the necessary permissions are in place.
  
  
  
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