How To Fix TK206 - The original of the object is in &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TK - Transport Organizer

• Message number: 206

• Message text: The original of the object is in &1

What causes this issue?

You may only execute the chosen operation in the original system of the
object.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Log on to the original system and repeat the function there.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TK206 - The original of the object is in &1 ?

  The SAP error message TK206 ("The original of the object is in &1") typically occurs when you are trying to perform an action on a transport request or an object that is not in the current system but is instead located in another system. This can happen in scenarios involving transport management, where objects are moved between different SAP systems (e.g., from development to quality assurance or production).
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the object you are trying to access or modify is not available in the current system. Instead, it exists in a different system, which is specified in the error message (represented by &1). This can happen due to:
  
  Transport Requests: The object is part of a transport request that has not yet been imported into the current system.
  Cross-System Development: The object was created or modified in a different SAP system (like Development) and has not been transported to the current system (like Quality or Production).
  Missing Transport: The transport request containing the object has been deleted or is not available in the transport directory.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TK206 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  Verify if the transport request containing the object has been created and is available in the transport directory.
  If it exists, ensure that it has been imported into the current system.
  
  
  
  Import Transport:
  
  If the transport request is not yet imported, you may need to import it using the Transport Management System (STMS).
  Go to transaction STMS, select the appropriate transport request, and import it into the current system.
  
  
  
  Check Object Availability:
  
  Use transaction SE80 or SE11 to check if the object exists in the target system. If it does not, you may need to create it or transport it from the source system.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the transport process or if there are issues with the transport directory, consult your SAP Basis team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs:
  
  Check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the import process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): Familiarize yourself with TMS, as it is crucial for managing transports between different SAP systems.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  STMS: Transport Management System.
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer, where you can view and manage transport requests.
  SE80: Object Navigator, to check the existence of objects.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to the TK206 error, as there may be updates or patches that address known problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TK206 error and successfully manage your SAP objects across different systems.