How To Fix STC_TM015 - Location for export/import not defined via profile parameter &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_TM - Task List Manager Messages

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Location for export/import not defined via profile parameter &1

What causes this issue?

For several technical configuration related scenarios a file system
based storage is required, e.g. "System Copy Refresh" scenario. The
folder in the file system is defined by profile parameter &V1&.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The scenario will not work well until the parameter is not maintained.

How to fix this error?

Maintain a value for profile parameter &V1& using transaction <EX>RZ11
</>. If the parameter does not exist, it needs to be created locally in
the instance profile using <EX>RZ10</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_TM015 - Location for export/import not defined via profile parameter &1 ?

  The SAP error message STC_TM015 indicates that the system is unable to find a defined location for export or import operations due to a missing or incorrectly configured profile parameter. This error typically occurs in the context of transport management, where the system needs to know where to export or import transport requests.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a specific profile parameter that defines the location for export/import operations. The parameter in question is usually related to the transport directory or the transport path that the system should use.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the appropriate profile parameter in the SAP system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Missing Parameter: The error message will indicate which profile parameter is missing (denoted as &1 in the message). Common parameters include:
  
  DIR_TRANS: This parameter defines the directory for transport files.
  DIR_HOME: This parameter defines the home directory for the transport directory.
  
  
  
  Access the Profile Parameters:
  
  Go to transaction RZ10 (Profile Maintenance).
  Select the appropriate profile (usually the instance profile) that is being used by your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Edit the Profile:
  
  Click on "Extended Maintenance" to edit the profile parameters.
  Add or modify the necessary parameter (e.g., DIR_TRANS) and set it to the correct path where the transport files should be stored.
  
  
  
  Save and Activate the Profile:
  
  After making the changes, save the profile.
  You may need to restart the SAP instance for the changes to take effect.
  
  
  
  Verify the Changes:
  
  After restarting, you can verify that the parameter is set correctly by using transaction RZ11 to check the value of the parameter.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Directory: Ensure that the directory specified in the profile parameter exists on the file system and that the SAP system has the necessary permissions to read/write to that directory.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Familiarize yourself with TMS configuration, as it plays a crucial role in managing transports between different SAP systems.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to transport management and profile parameters.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the STC_TM015 error and ensure that your SAP system can successfully perform export and import operations.