How To Fix TG661 - Merge job for & (&) activated at &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TG - Messages for Upgrade Repository Switch

• Message number: 661

• Message text: Merge job for & (&) activated at &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TG661 - Merge job for & (&) activated at & ?

  The SAP error message TG661 indicates that a merge job has been activated for a specific object or process, but it may not be able to proceed due to various reasons. This message is typically related to the transport management system (TMS) in SAP, particularly when dealing with transport requests and the merging of transport logs.
  Cause:
  
  Transport Request Issues: The merge job may be activated for a transport request that has not been properly processed or has errors.
  Lock Issues: There may be locks on the transport request or related objects that prevent the merge job from completing.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration of the transport management system can lead to issues with merge jobs.
  Background Job Failures: If there are background jobs that are supposed to run before the merge job, and they fail, it can cause the merge job to be activated without the necessary prerequisites being met.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transport Logs: Review the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate why the merge job is not proceeding.
  Release Locks: If there are locks on the transport request, you may need to release them. This can be done using transaction codes like SM12 (to check and delete locks).
  Verify Configuration: Ensure that the transport management system is correctly configured. Check the settings in transaction STMS.
  Monitor Background Jobs: Use transaction SM37 to check the status of background jobs related to the transport request. If any jobs have failed, investigate and resolve those issues.
  Re-activate the Merge Job: If the issue has been resolved, you may need to manually re-activate the merge job. This can typically be done through the transport management system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as STMS (Transport Management System), SM12 (Lock Entries), and SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to transport requests and merge jobs.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on transport management and merge jobs for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.