How To Fix TN870 - Backup exists for package &1 but it cannot be restored

TN870 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 870

• Message text: Backup exists for package &1 but it cannot be restored

What causes this issue?

A backup was created for a transport-based correction instruction for
SAP Notes &V1&. This backup cannot be restored because an additional
transport-based correction instruction for SAP Notes has been
implemented in the meantime.

System Response

It is currently not possible to restore the backup.

How to fix this error?

Please follow the instructions in subsequent messages.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TN870 - Backup exists for package &1 but it cannot be restored ?

  The SAP error message TN870 indicates that there is a backup available for a transport package, but the system is unable to restore it. This can occur for several reasons. Below are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Transport Directory: The transport directory may not be accessible or may be missing the necessary files.
  Corrupted Backup: The backup files may be corrupted or incomplete, preventing a successful restore.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to restore the backup may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Transport Directory Configuration: The transport directory may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Transport Request Status: The transport request may be in a status that does not allow for restoration (e.g., released or imported).
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Transport Directory:
  
  Verify that the transport directory (usually located in the file system of the application server) is correctly set up and accessible.
  Ensure that the necessary backup files are