How To Fix TN880 - Import procedure "&1" cannot be used for system type "&2"

TN880 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 880

• Message text: Import procedure "&1" cannot be used for system type "&2"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TN880 - Import procedure "&1" cannot be used for system type "&2" ?

  The SAP error message TN880 indicates that there is a mismatch between the import procedure being used and the system type of the target system. This error typically occurs during the transport of objects between different SAP systems, such as from a development system to a quality assurance or production system.
  
  Cause:
  The error message TN880 is triggered when:
  
  The import procedure specified (e.g., a specific transport method or configuration) is not compatible with the type of system you are trying to import into. For example, you might be trying to use a procedure designed for a development system in a production system.
  The transport request is intended for a different type of system (e.g., a transport meant for a non-ABAP system being imported into an ABAP system).
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TN880 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check System Type: Verify the system type of the target system. You can do this by checking