How To Fix /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA003 - Inactive customer content object &1 &2 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Inactive customer content object &1 &2 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA003 - Inactive customer content object &1 &2 already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA003 Inactive customer content object &1 &2 already exists typically occurs in the context of SAP's transport management system, particularly when dealing with customer-specific content objects. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or activate a content object that is already present in an inactive state.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Content Object: The error arises when you try to create or activate a content object (like a transport request or a configuration object) that already exists in the system but is marked as inactive.
  Transport Request Issues: It may also occur if there are inconsistencies in the transport requests or if the transport directory is not properly synchronized.
  Development Environment: If you are working in a development environment, it could be that the object was previously created but not properly deleted or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Existing Objects: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE03 (Transport Organizer) to search for the existing content object using the identifiers provided in the error message (&1 and &2).
  If you find the object, check its status. If it is inactive, you may need to activate it or delete it if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Activate the Object: 
  
  If the object is inactive and you need it, you can activate it using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., SE11 for data dictionary objects).
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  
  Delete the Inactive Object: 
  
  If the inactive object is not needed, you can delete it. Be cautious with this step, as it may affect other dependencies.
  
  
  
  Transport Directory Check: 
  
  Ensure that the transport directory is correctly set up and that there are no inconsistencies. You can use transaction code SE01 to check transport requests.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: 
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  System Restart: 
  
  In some cases, a system restart or a refresh of the transport directory may help resolve temporary inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on transport management and content objects.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Support Tickets: If the issue persists and you have a support contract, consider opening a support ticket with SAP for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA003 and continue with your work in SAP.