How To Fix SRF_AUTHORING564 - Local objects cannot be downported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRF_AUTHORING - Message class for SRF Authoring

• Message number: 564

• Message text: Local objects cannot be downported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRF_AUTHORING564 - Local objects cannot be downported ?

  The SAP error message SRF_AUTHORING564, which states "Local objects cannot be downported," typically occurs in the context of SAP transport management and development environments. This error indicates that you are trying to transport or downport local objects (objects that are created in a local development environment and not yet transported to the transport directory) from one system to another, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Local Objects: The primary cause of this error is that the objects you are trying to downport are local objects. Local objects are not assigned to a transport request and exist only in the local development environment.
  Transport Management: The SAP transport management system does not allow local objects to be transported or downported because they are not part of the transport directory.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a Transport Request: If you need to transport the local objects, you should first create a transport request and assign the objects to that request. This can be done by:
  
  Opening the object in the ABAP Workbench (SE80 or SE11).
  Choosing the option to include the object in a transport request.
  Once the objects are assigned to a transport request, you can then transport them to the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Object Status: Ensure that the objects you are trying to downport are not local. You can check the status of the objects in the Object Navigator (SE80) or the relevant transaction.
  
  
  Use the Correct System: Make sure you are working in the correct system (development, quality assurance, or production) and that you are following the correct transport procedures.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the transport process or how to create transport requests, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): Familiarize yourself with the TMS in SAP, which manages the transport of objects between different SAP systems.
  Local vs. Transport Objects: Understand the difference between local objects and transportable objects. Local objects are typically used for testing and development, while transportable objects are those that are intended to be moved between systems.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SRF_AUTHORING564 error and successfully manage your SAP objects.