/SMB/TRANSP_INFRA173 - Product/version attributes of source solution(s) are

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA -

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Product/version attributes of source solution(s) are

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA173 - Product/version attributes of source solution(s) are ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA173 typically indicates an issue related to the product or version attributes of the source solution(s) during a transport or system copy operation. This error can occur in the context of SAP Solution Manager or during the transport of objects between different SAP systems.
  Cause:
  The error message usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incompatible Versions: The source and target systems may have incompatible versions of the software or components. This can happen if the source system is on a different release or patch level than the target system.
  Missing Product Attributes: The required product or version attributes for the transport are not defined or are missing in the system.
  Transport Directory Issues: There may be issues with the transport directory or the transport request itself, such as corruption or misconfiguration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not align with the requirements for the transport.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA173 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Version Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the source and target systems are compatible in terms of software versions and patches. You can check the SAP Support Portal for compatibility information.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Request:
  
  Verify the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects and attributes are included. Check if the transport request is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Update Product Attributes:
  
  If product attributes are missing, you may need to update or define them in the system. This can typically be done through transaction codes like SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) or SE09 (Transport Organizer).
  
  
  
  Check Transport Directory:
  
  Ensure that the transport directory is correctly set up and that there are no issues with the transport files. You can check the transport directory settings in transaction STMS.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP Notes often provide detailed information on known issues and their resolutions.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding how TMS works can help in managing transports effectively.
  SAP Notes: Regularly check for SAP Notes related to transport issues, as they can provide updates and fixes for known problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for transport management and system copy procedures to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA173 error effectively.