How To Fix TN135 - SPAM/SAINT update cannot be imported

TN135 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TN - Support Package Manager (SPAM) Messages

• Message number: 135

• Message text: SPAM/SAINT update cannot be imported

What causes this issue?

You cannot import the SPAM/SPADE update, since the queue has not yet
been imported in full and confirmed.

System Response

The SPAM/SAINT update is not imported.

How to fix this error?

If the queue was <ZH>imported successfully</>, you have to confirm it.
If the queue was <ZH>not imported in full</>, continue importing the
queue until this has been carried out completely.
If <ZH>no objects from the Support Packages were imported into the
system</> (program terminates before the SPAM/SAINT steps DDIC-IMPORT or
IMPORT_PROPER), delete the queue and then import the SPAM/SAINT update.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TN135 - SPAM/SAINT update cannot be imported ?

  The SAP error message TN135 indicates that a SPAM (SAP Patch Manager) or SAINT (SAP Add-On Installation Tool) update cannot be imported. This error can occur due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incompatible Version: The SPAM/SAINT update you are trying to import may not be compatible with your current SAP system version.
  Missing Prerequisites: Certain updates may require previous updates or specific components to be installed beforehand.
  Transport Directory Issues: There may be issues with the transport directory, such as missing files or incorrect permissions.
  Lock Entries: There may be lock entries in the transport management system that prevent the import.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user performing the import may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the update.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: Configuration settings in the SAP system may not be set correctly, preventing the import.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Compatibility: Verify that the