How To Fix /SMB/Q2P160 - Customizing request was not created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/Q2P -

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Customizing request was not created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/Q2P160 - Customizing request was not created ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/Q2P160 Customizing request was not created typically indicates an issue with the creation of a customizing request in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create a customizing request.
  Transport Directory Issues: There may be problems with the transport directory or transport management system configuration.
  System Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to allow the creation of customizing requests.
  Client Settings: The client settings may restrict the creation of customizing requests.
  Transport Layer Issues: There may be issues with the transport layer settings in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create customizing requests. This can be checked using transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Directory:
  
  Verify that the transport directory is correctly configured and accessible. You can check the transport directory settings in transaction STMS.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the system is configured correctly for transport management. This includes checking the transport routes and ensuring that the transport layer is set up properly.
  
  
  
  Client Settings:
  
  Check the client settings to ensure that the client is not set to "no customizing" mode. You can check this in transaction SCC4.
  
  
  
  Transport Layer:
  
  Verify the transport layer settings in transaction SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) to ensure that they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Existing Requests:
  
  Sometimes, if there are existing requests that are not released or have errors, it may prevent the creation of new requests. Check for any pending requests in transaction SE09 or SE10.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue. You can check logs using transaction SM21.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE09 / SE10: Transport Organizer
  STMS: Transport Management System
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SCC4: Client Administration
  SE03: Transport Organizer Tools
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.