How To Fix TN846 - System is not configured as installation test system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 846

• Message text: System is not configured as installation test system

What causes this issue?

This report checks and corrects the version database in separate note
implementation test systems.
There are no software components configured for note implementation
tests in this system at present. This is a prerequisite for executing
this report.

System Response

The report is ended.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TN846 - System is not configured as installation test system ?

  The SAP error message TN846, which states "System is not configured as installation test system," typically occurs when you are trying to perform certain operations that require the system to be set up as an installation test system. This configuration is often necessary for testing purposes, especially in the context of SAP Solution Manager or during the installation of certain components.
  Cause:
  
  System Configuration: The system is not configured to be an installation test system. This could be due to missing settings in the system profile or configuration parameters.
  Transport Layer: The transport layer may not be set up correctly, or the system may not be recognized as a test system in the transport directory.
  Client Settings: The client settings may not allow for installation testing, or the client may not be set up correctly for the intended operations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TN846 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction RZ10 to check the profile parameters.
  Look for parameters related to the installation test system configuration. You may need to set the parameter inst_test to 1 or similar, depending on your specific requirements.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transport Layer Settings:
  
  Use transaction SE03 to check the transport directory and ensure that the system is correctly defined as a test system.
  Verify that the transport layer is correctly configured for the system.
  
  
  
  Client Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the client you are working in is set up for testing. You can check this in transaction SCC4.
  Make sure that the client is not set to "Production" if you are trying to perform installation tests.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to installation test systems and ensure that all prerequisites and configurations are met.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above configurations, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RZ10, SE03, and SCC4 for system configuration and transport management.
  SAP Solution Manager: If you are using SAP Solution Manager, ensure that the system is properly registered and configured within the Solution Manager landscape.
  System Landscape Directory (SLD): Ensure that the system is correctly registered in the SLD if applicable.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TN846 error and configure your SAP system appropriately for installation testing.