How To Fix SCPR296 - Data was not added to transport request when activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCPR - BC Sets

• Message number: 296

• Message text: Data was not added to transport request when activated

What causes this issue?

A BC Set activation in which the customizing data and activation links
were to be written in a transport, has been performed, but the data was
not, or only partially, put in the transport (e.g. because an invalid
transport number was specified).

System Response

The data which was not copied is not transported into subsequent
systems.

How to fix this error?

The activiation log should contain more information about the cause of
the error. Repeat the activation when you have solved the problem.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCPR296 - Data was not added to transport request when activated ?

  The SAP error message SCPR296, which states "Data was not added to transport request when activated," typically occurs during the activation of objects in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system was unable to add the changes or data to the transport request, which is necessary for transporting changes between different SAP environments (e.g., from development to quality assurance or production).
  Causes:
  
  Transport Request Issues: The transport request may be locked, not created properly, or there may be issues with the transport directory.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to add objects to the transport request.
  Object Type Restrictions: Certain object types may not be allowed to be added to transport requests due to system settings or configurations.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the transport management system (TMS) or the transport layer.
  Incomplete Objects: The objects being activated may not be fully defined or may have dependencies that are not met.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Transport Request: Ensure that the transport request is correctly created and not locked. You can check this in transaction SE09 or SE10.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to add objects to the transport request. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Review Object Types: Check if the object types you are trying to activate are allowed to be transported. This can be configured in the system settings.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Ensure that the TMS is correctly configured and that there are no issues with the transport routes or layers.
  Check for Dependencies: Make sure that all dependencies for the objects being activated are met. If there are missing dependencies, resolve them before activation.
  Recreate Transport Request: If the transport request is corrupted or not functioning properly, consider creating a new transport request and re-adding the objects.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use SE09 or SE10 to manage transport requests.
  Authorization Objects: Check for authorization objects related to transport management, such as S_TRANSPRT.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to SCPR296.
  Logs and Traces: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.