How To Fix TN258 - Add-on &1 Release &2 must be installed in the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Add-on &1 Release &2 must be installed in the system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TN258 - Add-on &1 Release &2 must be installed in the system ?

  The SAP error message TN258 indicates that a specific add-on (identified by &1) of a certain release (identified by &2) must be installed in the system for a particular operation or transaction to proceed. This error typically arises when you are trying to access functionality that depends on an add-on that is either not installed or is not at the required version.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Add-on: The required add-on is not installed in the SAP system.
  Version Mismatch: The installed version of the add-on does not match the required version specified in the error message.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the installed add-on.
  Transport Issues: The necessary transport requests containing the add-on might not have been imported into the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Install the Add-on:
  
  Check the SAP Marketplace or your organization's software repository for the required add-on.
  Follow the installation instructions provided by SAP to install the add-on.
  
  
  
  Upgrade the Add-on:
  
  If the add-on is installed but the version is incorrect, you may need to upgrade it to the required version.
  Again, refer to the SAP Marketplace for the correct version and installation instructions.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the system is configured correctly to recognize the installed add-on.
  You may need to check transaction codes like SPAM or SAINT to verify the status of installed add-ons.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation related to the add-on for any specific prerequisites or configuration steps that may have been missed.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific add-on and version you are dealing with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPAM (Support Package Manager) - for managing support packages and add-ons.
  SAINT (Add-On Installation Tool) - for installing add-ons.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  
  
  System Logs: 
  
  Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Review the installation and upgrade guides for the specific add-on to ensure all steps have been followed correctly.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TN258 error and ensure that the required add-on is properly installed and configured in your SAP system.