How To Fix TG738 - Could not determine the target release (abortion)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TG - Messages for Upgrade Repository Switch

• Message number: 738

• Message text: Could not determine the target release (abortion)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TG738 - Could not determine the target release (abortion) ?

  The SAP error message TG738, which states "Could not determine the target release (abortion)," typically occurs during the transport of objects in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to identify the target release for the transport request, which can prevent the transport from being processed successfully.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Target System Configuration: The target system may not be properly configured in the Transport Management System (TMS).
  Inconsistent Transport Directory: The transport directory may have inconsistencies or missing entries that prevent the system from determining the target release.
  Transport Layer Issues: The transport layer may not be correctly defined or may not match the source system.
  Version Compatibility: The source and target systems may be on incompatible versions or releases, leading to issues in determining the target release.
  Transport Route Issues: There may be issues with the transport route configuration that prevent the system from identifying the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check TMS Configuration:
  
  Go to the Transport Management System (TMS) configuration and ensure that the target system is correctly defined.
  Verify that the transport routes are correctly set up and that the target system is included in the transport route.
  
  
  
  Verify Transport Directory:
  
  Check the transport directory for any inconsistencies or missing entries. You can do this by navigating to the transport directory on the file system and ensuring that all necessary files are present.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Layer:
  
  Ensure that the transport layer is correctly defined for the transport request. You can check this in the TMS configuration.
  
  
  
  Compatibility Check:
  
  Verify that the source and target systems are compatible in terms of version and release. If they are not compatible, you may need to adjust your transport strategy.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs:
  
  Check the transport logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): This is the component of SAP that manages the transport of objects between different SAP systems.
  Transport Directory: This is the file system location where transport files are stored. It is crucial for the transport process.
  SAP Notes: These are documents published by SAP that provide information about known issues, solutions, and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the TG738 error in your SAP system.