How To Fix SCTS_HDI004 - Error in configuration; no HDI transports possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTS_HDI - Messages for CTS HDI API

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Error in configuration; no HDI transports possible

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The system detected that the HDI container group name is undefined or
not valid.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

The HDI container group name is usually defined when the system is
installed or upgraded.
Check the table CTS_HOT_CONFIG to see whether there is an entry for the
key 'HDI_CONTAINER_GROUP' and that the name is valid. The characters
'A-Z', '0-9', and the underscore are allowed. The name cannot, however,
end with an underscore. If the name is empty or invalid, create an SAP
message under the component BC-CTS-HTA.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTS_HDI004 - Error in configuration; no HDI transports possible ?

  The SAP error message SCTS_HDI004 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the HDI (HANA Deployment Infrastructure) transport system, which prevents HDI transports from being executed. This error typically arises in the context of SAP HANA development and deployment scenarios.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The HDI transport configuration may not be set up correctly in the SAP HANA system. This could involve missing transport routes or incorrect settings in the transport management system.
  
  
  Transport Layer Issues: The transport layer may not be properly defined or may not have the necessary permissions for HDI objects.
  
  
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the HDI container and the target system, which can lead to transport issues.
  
  
  User Permissions: The user attempting to perform the transport may not have the necessary authorizations to execute HDI transports.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the SCTS_HDI004 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the HDI transport configuration is correctly set up in the SAP HANA system. This includes checking the transport routes and ensuring that they are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Layer:
  
  Ensure that the transport layer is correctly defined and that it includes the necessary HDI objects. You can check this in the SAP HANA Studio or using the relevant transaction codes.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform HDI transports. This may involve checking roles and permissions assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check for Version Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the HDI container version is compatible with the target system. If there is a version mismatch, you may need to update the target system or the HDI container.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation for HDI transport configuration and troubleshooting. This can provide additional insights and steps specific to your version of SAP HANA.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They can provide more detailed diagnostics and solutions based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP HANA Transport Management: Understanding how transport management works in SAP HANA can help in troubleshooting transport-related issues.
  HDI Containers: Familiarize yourself with HDI containers and their role in SAP HANA development.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to HDI transport errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the SCTS_HDI004 error.