How To Fix TN738 - Queue contains the component version description &1. Contact SAP.

TN738 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 738

• Message text: Queue contains the component version description &1. Contact SAP.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TN738 - Queue contains the component version description &1. Contact SAP. ?

  The SAP error message TN738 indicates that there is an issue with the transport queue, specifically that it contains a component version description that is not recognized or is problematic. This can occur during transport management when trying to move objects between different SAP systems (e.g., from development to quality assurance or production).
  
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Transport Directory: The transport directory may have inconsistencies or missing entries related to the component version.
  Missing or Incorrect Component Version: The component version that is referenced in the transport request may not exist in the target system or may not be correctly defined.
  Transport Layer Issues: There may be issues with the transport layer configuration, such as incorrect settings or missing components.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the component in the source system may not match the version in the target system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transport Directory: Verify the transport directory for any inconsistencies. You can use transaction SE01 to check the