How To Fix TK277 - Table & contains temporary data (transport not possible)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TK - Transport Organizer

• Message number: 277

• Message text: Table & contains temporary data (transport not possible)

What causes this issue?

You want to transport the contents of table &V1& (delivery class L).
Tables in this delivery class hold temporary data. This data cannot be
transported into internal SAP systems, but can be transported into
customer systems.

System Response

The function terminates.

How to fix this error?

If you are responsible for this table, make sure you have chosen the
correct table class.
Otherwise, contact the person responsible for the table.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TK277 - Table & contains temporary data (transport not possible) ?

  The SAP error message TK277 indicates that a specific table contains temporary data, which prevents the transport of that table's structure or data. This typically occurs when the table is used for temporary storage or is part of a development environment where changes are not meant to be transported to other systems (like production).
  Cause:
  
  Temporary Data: The table in question is designed to hold temporary data, which is not intended to be transported. This is common for tables that are used for session-specific or runtime data.
  Development Environment: The error may arise in a development environment where changes are made to tables that are not meant to be moved to other environments.
  Transport Layer Issues: The transport layer settings may not allow certain types of data or structures to be transported.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Definition: Verify the definition of the table in the Data Dictionary (SE11). Ensure that it is not marked as a temporary table or that it is not intended for temporary data storage.
  Remove Temporary Data: If the table is indeed meant to be transported, ensure that it does not contain any temporary data. You may need to clear the table or ensure that it is empty before attempting to transport.
  Use Transport Organizer: If you are trying to transport changes, ensure that you are using the Transport Organizer (SE09 or SE10) correctly and that the objects you are trying to transport are correctly included in a transport request.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific table and its intended use. There may be specific guidelines on how to handle transport for that table.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a critical table in your application.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE09/SE10 (Transport Organizer), and SE14 (Database Utility) for managing database objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on the table in question.
  Development Best Practices: Ensure that your development practices include proper handling of temporary data and that you are aware of which tables are intended for transport.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the TK277 error and successfully manage the transport of your SAP objects.