How To Fix /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA021 - Could not create &1 Transport Request

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Could not create &1 Transport Request

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA021 - Could not create &1 Transport Request ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA021 Could not create &1 Transport Request typically indicates an issue with the transport request creation process in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to create the transport request may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Transport Directory Issues: There may be problems with the transport directory, such as incorrect paths or permissions.
  Transport Management System (TMS) Configuration: Misconfigurations in the TMS settings can lead to transport request creation failures.
  System Lock: The system may be locked for transport activities, preventing new requests from being created.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that are preventing the creation of transport requests.
  Transport Layer Issues: The transport layer may not be properly defined or may have inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create transport requests. This can be done by checking the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01.
  
  
  Verify Transport Directory: Check the transport directory settings in transaction STMS. Ensure that the paths are correctly configured and that the user has the necessary permissions to access these directories.
  
  
  Review TMS Configuration: Use transaction STMS to review the transport management system configuration. Ensure that all systems are correctly defined and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  Check System Lock: Verify if the system is locked for transport activities. This can be checked in transaction SE03 under "Transport Organizer Tools".
  
  
  Database Check: If there are database issues, consider running database consistency checks or consulting with your database administrator.
  
  
  Transport Layer Configuration: Check the transport layer settings in transaction SE03 or SE09 to ensure that they are correctly defined.
  
  
  Check Logs: Review the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue. You can check logs in transaction SM21.
  
  
  Restart Transport Services: Sometimes, restarting the transport services can resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE09 / SE10: Transport Organizer
  STMS: Transport Management System
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SE03: Transport Organizer Tools
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on transport management and troubleshooting transport-related issues.
  
  
  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.