How To Fix TK047 - Request number is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TK - Transport Organizer

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Request number is empty

What causes this issue?

The selected request number is empty. As a result the entries in the
request/task cannot be changed.

System Response

The function was aborted.

How to fix this error?

Repeat the function.
If the error occurs again, document it and forward it to the SAP
hotline responsible for the application.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TK047 - Request number is empty ?

  The SAP error message TK047, which states "Request number is empty," typically occurs during the transport process in SAP when you are trying to perform an action that requires a transport request, but no request number has been specified. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to release or import a transport request.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Transport Request Selected: The most common cause is that the user has not selected a transport request or has not specified a request number in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Transaction: You might be using a transaction that requires a transport request, but you are not in the correct context or transaction.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select transport requests.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Transport Request: Ensure that you have selected a valid transport request. You can do this by:
  
  Going to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE09 or SE10 for