How To Fix TN437 - Import requests in the TMS import queue before the OCS queue

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 437

• Message text: Import requests in the TMS import queue before the OCS queue

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TN437 - Import requests in the TMS import queue before the OCS queue ?

  The SAP error message TN437 indicates that there are import requests in the Transport Management System (TMS) import queue that need to be processed before the Online Correction Support (OCS) queue. This situation typically arises when there are pending transport requests that must be imported into the target system before the OCS requests can be processed.
  Cause:
  
  Pending Transport Requests: There are transport requests in the import queue that have not yet been processed. The TMS requires that these requests be imported in the correct order.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to prioritize certain types of requests, and OCS requests cannot be processed until the standard transport requests are completed.
  Transport Layer Issues: There may be issues with the transport layer or the transport routes that prevent the import of requests.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Import Queue:
  
  Go to the TMS transaction (usually STMS).
  Navigate to the import queue of the target system.
  Identify any pending transport requests that need to be imported.
  
  
  
  Import Pending Requests:
  
  Select the pending transport requests and import them into the target system.
  Ensure that there are no errors during the import process.
  
  
  
  Review OCS Requests:
  
  Once the pending transport requests are successfully imported, check the OCS requests in the import queue.
  Proceed to import the OCS requests.
  
  
  
  Transport Management Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the transport routes and layers are correctly configured.
  Verify that there are no inconsistencies in the transport landscape.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  If there are errors during the import of transport requests, review the logs for specific error messages and resolve them accordingly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  STMS: Transport Management System
  SE01: Transport Organizer
  SE09: Workbench Organizer
  SE10: Customizing Organizer
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on TMS and transport management.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to transport requests and OCS processing.
  
  
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional errors or warnings that may provide context for the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TN437 error and successfully manage your transport requests in SAP.