How To Fix TP128 - No target system defined; & not a transport request

TP128 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TP - Transport Control

• Message number: 128

• Message text: No target system defined; & not a transport request

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TP128 - Details

• The SAP error message TP128 ("No target system defined; & not a transport request") typically occurs during transport operations when the system is unable to identify a target system for the transport request. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes of TP128 Error
  
  
  Missing Target System Configuration: The target system may not be defined in the transport directory or the transport routes may not be properly configured.
  
  
  Transport Request Issues: The transport request may not be correctly created or may not be in the correct status (e.g., it should be released).
  
  
  Transport Layer Configuration: The transport layer may not be set up correctly, which can prevent the system from identifying the target.
  
  
  User Authorization: The user attempting to perform the transport may not have the necessary authorizations to access the target system.
  
  
  Incorrect Transport Directory: The transport directory may not be correctly set up, leading to