How To Fix TN439 - Support Package &1 is obsolete and must not be imported

TN439 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 439

• Message text: Support Package &1 is obsolete and must not be imported

What causes this issue?

You want to calculate a Support Package queue with Support Package &V1&
of the sub component &V2&. This is not possible, because this sub
component is, due to already imported Support Packages of the
corresponding master component &V3&, already on Support Package level
&V4&. Thus, the Support Package &V1& is obsolete and must not be
imported anymore.

System Response

The queue is not calculated.

How to fix this error?

Choose a Support Package with a Support Package level higher than &V4&
and repeat the queue calculation.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TN439 - Support Package &1 is obsolete and must not be imported ?

  The SAP error message TN439 indicates that a specific support package (SP) is considered obsolete and should not be imported into the system. This typically occurs when the support package has been replaced by a newer version or when it is no longer supported by SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Obsolescence: The support package you are trying to import has been marked as obsolete by SAP. This can happen if a newer version of the package has been released or if the package is no longer relevant due to changes in the software or its components.
  Incorrect Package Selection: Sometimes, the wrong package may be selected for import, leading to this error.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured to accept certain obsolete packages due to compatibility issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Newer Versions: Look for a newer version of the support package that replaces the obsolete one. You can do this by checking the SAP Support Portal or