How To Fix SCWN706 - Specify a workbench request

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCWN - Messages Note installation and management

• Message number: 706

• Message text: Specify a workbench request

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCWN706 - Specify a workbench request ?

  The SAP error message SCWN706, which states "Specify a workbench request," typically occurs when you are trying to make changes in the SAP system that require a transport request (also known as a workbench request) but have not specified one. This is common when you are working in the ABAP Workbench or making changes to objects that need to be transported between different environments (like development to production).
  Cause:
  
  No Workbench Request Specified: You are attempting to save changes to an object (like a program, function module, or class) without associating it with a transport request.
  Incorrect User Authorization: Your user profile may not have the necessary authorizations to create or assign a transport request.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured correctly to allow for transport requests.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a Workbench Request:
  
  When prompted by the error message, you can create a new workbench request. This can usually be done by clicking on the "Create" button in the transport request dialog that appears when you try to save your changes.
  Alternatively, you can manually create a transport request using transaction code SE09 or SE10.
  
  
  
  Assign an Existing Workbench Request:
  
  If you already have a transport request that you want to use, you can specify it in the dialog box that appears when you try to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to create and manage transport requests. You may need to contact your SAP Basis administrator if you lack the required permissions.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the transport management system is configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Requests: These are used in SAP to manage changes to the system. They allow developers to package changes and move them between different environments (development, quality assurance, production).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE09: Workbench Organizer - Used to manage transport requests.
  SE10: Transport Organizer - Used to view and manage transport requests.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that your user role includes the necessary authorizations for transport management (e.g., S_TRANSPRT).
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.