How To Fix TN285 - The import is continued in phase '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 285

• Message text: The import is continued in phase '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TN285 - The import is continued in phase '&1' ?

  The SAP error message TN285 typically indicates that there is an issue during the import process of a transport request, specifically in the context of the Transport Management System (TMS). The message suggests that the import is continuing in a specific phase, denoted by '&1', which is a placeholder for the actual phase name.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by various factors, including but not limited to:
  
  Missing Objects: The transport request may reference objects that are not available in the target system.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on other transport requests that have not been imported yet.
  Authorization Issues: The user performing the import may not have the necessary authorizations to complete the import.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the target system that prevent the import from completing successfully.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or objects being transported.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TN285 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Transport Logs: Review the transport logs for more detailed error messages that can provide insight into what went wrong during the import process.
  Verify Dependencies: Ensure that all dependent transport requests have been imported before attempting to import the current request.
  Check Authorizations: Make sure that the user performing the import has the necessary authorizations to execute the import.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration of the target system to ensure it is set up correctly for the import.
  Manual Import: If the automatic import fails, consider manually importing the objects or components that are causing the issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to the TN285 error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): Familiarize yourself with TMS and its components, as understanding how transports work can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to TN285 or transport issues. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional errors or warnings that may provide context for the issue.
  Transaction STMS: Use transaction STMS to manage transport requests and monitor their status.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.