How To Fix SE171 - Release/acceptance terminated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SE - Dienstleistungen Stammdaten Leistungsposition

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Release/acceptance terminated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SE171 - Release/acceptance terminated ?

  The SAP error message SE171 "Release/acceptance terminated" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Change and Transport System (CTS) when there is an issue with the transport request. This error can arise during the release or acceptance of transport requests, which are used to move changes from one SAP system to another (e.g., from development to quality assurance or production).
  Causes:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user attempting to release or accept the transport request may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Transport Request Status: The transport request may be in a status that does not allow it to be released or accepted (e.g., it might be locked or already released).
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on other transport requests that have not been released or accepted yet.
  System Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the transport landscape or problems with the transport directory.
  Transport Directory Issues: Problems with the transport directory or file system can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to release or accept transport requests. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU53 or SUIM.
  Verify Transport Request Status: Check the status of the transport request in transaction SE09 or SE10. Ensure that it is not locked and is in a state that allows for release or acceptance.
  Check Dependencies: Review any dependencies related to the transport request. Make sure that all dependent requests are released or accepted.
  Review Transport Directory: Check the transport directory for any issues. You can do this by navigating to the transport directory on the file system and ensuring that it is accessible and correctly configured.
  Consult Logs: Look at the transport logs for more detailed error messages. This can provide additional context on why the release or acceptance failed.
  Contact Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve the SAP Basis team to investigate system configuration or transport directory issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE09 (Transport Organizer), SE10 (Transport Organizer - Extended), SU53 (Authorization Check), SUIM (User Information System).
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to transport requests and the SE171 error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on the Change and Transport System for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SE171 error and implement a solution to resolve it.