How To Fix SAPC_MESSAGE042 - Maintained class &1 in application &2 isn't transportable

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAPC_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Maintained class &1 in application &2 isn't transportable

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAPC_MESSAGE042 - Maintained class &1 in application &2 isn't transportable ?

  The SAP error message SAPC_MESSAGE042 indicates that a class maintained in a specific application is not transportable. This typically occurs when you try to transport a class that has been defined in a way that prevents it from being moved between different SAP systems (e.g., from development to quality assurance or production).
  Cause:
  
  Non-Transportable Objects: The class may be defined in a way that makes it non-transportable. This can happen if the class is created in a local object (development class starting with $ or *), or if it is part of a package that is not transportable.
  Transport Layer Issues: There may be issues with the transport layer configuration, or the class may be part of a transport request that is not properly configured.
  Dependencies: The class may have dependencies on other non-transportable objects or configurations that prevent it from being included in a transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Object Type: Verify if the class is created as a local object. If it is, you will need to recreate it in a transportable package.
  
  To do this, create a new class in a transportable package and copy the code from the local object to the new class.
  
  
  
  Review Package Settings: Ensure that the package in which the class is defined is transportable. You can check this in the package attributes in the SAP system.
  
  Go to transaction SE80, select the package, and check the attributes to ensure it is marked as transportable.
  
  
  
  Transport Request: If the class is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport request is correctly configured and released. You can check the transport request in transaction SE09 or SE10.
  
  
  Dependencies: Check for any dependencies that might be causing the class to be non-transportable. Ensure that all related objects are also transportable.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the transportability of certain objects, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE80: Object Navigator (to check and create classes)
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer (to manage transport requests)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to transportability of classes.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Familiarize yourself with the TMS configuration and how it impacts the transport of objects between systems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue related to the SAPC_MESSAGE042 error and ensure that your class is transportable.