How To Fix TN890 - The new shared schema name is missing

TN890 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 890

• Message text: The new shared schema name is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TN890 - The new shared schema name is missing ?

  The SAP error message TN890, which states "The new shared schema name is missing," typically occurs in the context of SAP systems when there is an issue related to the configuration of shared schemas in the Transport Management System (TMS). This error can arise during transport requests or when trying to configure transport routes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error usually indicates that the system is expecting a shared schema name to be defined, but it is not present in the configuration.
  Transport Directory Issues: There may be issues with the transport directory or the transport configuration that prevent the system from recognizing the shared schema.
  Incorrect Transport Layer Settings: The transport layer settings may not be correctly configured, leading to the absence of the required schema name.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TN890 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Transport Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code STMS (Transport Management System).
  Check the configuration of the transport routes and layers. Ensure