How To Fix SF965 - & : Error during import

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SF - SAPfind: Message Texts

• Message number: 965

• Message text: & : Error during import

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SF965 - & : Error during import ?

  The SAP error message SF965, which indicates "Error during import," typically occurs during the import of transport requests in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving the issue. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Transport Request Issues: The transport request may be incomplete or corrupted.
  Missing Objects: The objects that are supposed to be imported may not exist in the target system.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the source and target systems.
  Authorization Issues: The user performing the import may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Dependencies: The transport request may depend on other requests that have not been imported yet.
  System Configuration: Configuration issues in the target system can also lead to import errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Transport Logs: Review the transport logs for detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong during the import process.
  Verify Transport Request: Ensure that the transport request is complete and not corrupted. You can do this by checking the request in the Transport Organizer (SE09 or SE10).
  Check Dependencies: Make sure that all dependent transport requests have been imported before attempting to import the current request.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the import. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  System Consistency: Ensure that the target system is consistent and properly configured. This may involve checking for missing objects or inconsistencies in the system.
  Re-import: If the issue persists, you may try to re-import the transport request after addressing any identified issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes SE09 and SE10 to manage transport requests and view logs.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to error SF965.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional errors or warnings that may provide context for the import failure.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SF965 error during the import process in SAP.