How To Fix TN850 - Import phase '&1' (&2, &3) started in background


TN850 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 850

  • Message text: Import phase '&1' (&2, &3) started in background

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TN850 - Import phase '&1' (&2, &3) started in background ?
    The SAP error message TN850 typically indicates that there is an issue during the import phase of a transport request. This message is often seen in the context of transport management, where changes are being moved from one SAP system to another (e.g., from a development system to a quality assurance or production system).
    
    Cause: The error message TN850 itself is more of an informational message rather than an error. It indicates that the import phase has started in the background. However, if you are experiencing issues related to this message, it could be due to several reasons: Long-running import: The import process may take a long time, and you might be checking the status too early. Lock issues: There may be locks on database tables or objects that are preventing the import from completing. Transport inconsistencies: The transport request may have inconsistencies or dependencies that are not met in the target system. Background job issues:

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