How To Fix TN609 - Installation of &1 Release &2 must be configured using a stack XML

TN609 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 609

• Message text: Installation of &1 Release &2 must be configured using a stack XML

What causes this issue?

You have selected component version &V1& Rel. &V2& for installation. The
installation of this component version is only possible if the
installation tools are configured using a stack description (stack XML)
created by Maintenance Planner. Only this ensures that the installation
can be executed consistently.

System Response

The installation does not continue.

How to fix this error?

Use Maintenance Planner to create a stack description for the
installation of &V1& Rel. &V2&. Then restart the installation using the
stack description. The installation note &V3& gives further information
on the installation and for creating the stack description in
Maintenance Planner.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TN609 - Installation of &1 Release &2 must be configured using a stack XML ?

  The SAP error message TN609 indicates that the installation of a specific SAP release must be configured using a stack XML file. This error typically arises during the installation or upgrade of an SAP system when the system is not set up correctly to use the required stack XML configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Stack XML: The stack XML file, which contains the necessary configuration and component information for the installation, is either missing or not specified.
  Incorrect Installation Method: The installation method being used does not support the current version of SAP, which requires a stack XML for configuration.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the SAP software being installed may not be compatible with the installation method or tools being used.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Obtain the Stack XML: Ensure that you have the correct stack XML file for the SAP release you are trying to install. This file is usually provided with the installation media or can be downloaded