How To Fix /SAPCND/TRANSPORT004 - Error when executing program &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/TRANSPORT -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Error when executing program &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/TRANSPORT004 - Error when executing program &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/TRANSPORT004 typically occurs when there is an issue related to transport requests in the SAP system. This error is often associated with the transport of objects between different SAP systems (e.g., from development to quality assurance or production).
  Cause:
  The error message /SAPCND/TRANSPORT004 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Transport Request: The transport request that is supposed to carry the changes is missing or not properly released.
  Transport Directory Issues: There may be issues with the transport directory or the transport management system configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transport may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the transport.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be incorrect settings in the transport management system or the transport routes.
  Object Locking: The objects being transported may be locked by another user or process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the /SAPCND/TRANSPORT004 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Transport Request:
  
  Ensure that the transport request exists and is properly released. You can check this in the Transport Organizer (transaction SE09 or SE10).
  If the request is not released, release it and try executing the program again.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transport. Check the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Directory:
  
  Verify that the transport directory is correctly configured. You can check the transport configuration in transaction STMS.
  Ensure that the transport directory is accessible and that there are no issues with the file system.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Routes:
  
  Check the transport routes in transaction STMS to ensure that they are correctly set up and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check for Object Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if the objects being transported are locked. If they are, you may need to unlock them or wait until the lock is released.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer
  STMS: Transport Management System
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP Support Portal for the latest notes related to transport issues and error messages.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or consult SAP support for further assistance.