How To Fix SCTS_HOT017 - Error when finding packages for &1 (error &3: &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTS_HOT - Messages for HANA Object Transport

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Error when finding packages for &1 (error &3: &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTS_HOT017 - Error when finding packages for &1 (error &3: &4) ?

  The SAP error message SCTS_HOT017 typically occurs during the transport of objects in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the transport management system (TMS) and the handling of packages. This error indicates that there is an issue with finding the specified package, which can be due to various reasons.
  Cause:
  
  Package Not Found: The specified package does not exist in the system or is not correctly defined.
  Transport Directory Issues: There may be issues with the transport directory or the transport routes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the package or transport request.
  Incorrect Package Name: The package name provided in the transport request may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Layer Issues: There may be issues with the transport layer configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Package Existence:
  
  Check if the package specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the package in the SAP GUI (Transaction SE80 or SE21).
  
  
  
  Check Transport Directory:
  
  Ensure that the transport directory is correctly configured and that the transport routes are set up properly. You can check this in Transaction STMS.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the package and perform transport operations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Correct Package Name:
  
  Double-check the package name in the transport request to ensure it is correct. If it is incorrect, you may need to correct it in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Transport Layer Configuration:
  
  Review the transport layer configuration to ensure that it is set up correctly. You can check this in Transaction SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools).
  
  
  
  Recreate Transport Request:
  
  If the issue persists, consider recreating the transport request and ensuring that all objects are correctly assigned to the package.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE21: Package Builder
  STMS: Transport Management System
  SE03: Transport Organizer Tools
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs (Transaction SM21) and developer traces (Transaction ST22) for any additional information that may help diagnose the issue.
  
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP Basis team for further assistance.