How To Fix /SMB/Q2P220 - Transport requests cannot be deleted; job scheduling failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/Q2P -

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Transport requests cannot be deleted; job scheduling failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/Q2P220 - Transport requests cannot be deleted; job scheduling failed ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/Q2P220 Transport requests cannot be deleted; job scheduling failed typically indicates an issue with the transport management system (TMS) in SAP. This error can occur when there is a problem with the job scheduling for the deletion of transport requests. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Job Scheduling Issues: The background job responsible for deleting transport requests may not have been scheduled correctly or may have failed to execute.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete transport requests.
  Transport Directory Issues: There may be issues with the transport directory or the transport management system configuration.
  System Lock: The system may be locked or in a state that prevents the deletion of transport requests.
  Transport Request Status: The transport request may be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., released or imported).
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Job Status: 
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 to check the status of the job that is supposed to delete the transport requests. Look for any failed jobs and analyze the logs for errors.
  If the job has failed, you may need to reschedule it or investigate the cause of the failure.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to delete the transport requests has the necessary authorizations. Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Directory: 
  
  Verify the configuration of the transport directory. Ensure that the transport paths are correctly set up and that there are no issues with the transport directory itself.
  
  
  
  System Lock: 
  
  Check if there are any locks on the system that might be preventing the deletion of transport requests. You can use transaction code SM12 to check for locks.
  
  
  
  Transport Request Status: 
  
  Review the status of the transport requests you are trying to delete. If they are in a status that does not allow deletion, you may need to change their status or consult with your transport administrator.
  
  
  
  Manual Deletion: 
  
  If the automated job fails consistently, you may consider manually deleting the transport requests using transaction code SE01 or SE09, but be cautious and ensure that this is in line with your organization's transport management policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to transport management and job scheduling.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Familiarize yourself with the TMS configuration and best practices to avoid similar issues in the future.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.