How To Fix TP157 - Import application-defined objects

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TP - Transport Control

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Import application-defined objects

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TP157 - Import application-defined objects ?

  The SAP error message TP157, which states "Import application-defined objects," typically occurs during the transport of objects in the SAP system. This error can arise for various reasons, often related to issues with the transport request or the objects being transported.
  Causes of TP157 Error
  
  Missing Objects: The transport request may reference objects that do not exist in the target system.
  Inconsistent Transport Request: The transport request may be inconsistent or corrupted.
  Authorization Issues: The user performing the import may not have the necessary authorizations to import certain objects.
  Dependencies: The objects being transported may have dependencies on other objects that are not included in the transport request.
  Transport Directory Issues: Problems with the transport directory or transport files can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions to TP157 Error
  
  
  Check Transport Request:
  
  Verify that the transport request is complete and contains all necessary objects.
  Ensure that the objects being transported exist in the target system.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the transport logs for more detailed error messages that can provide insight into what specific objects are causing the issue.
  Use transaction code STMS to access the transport management system and review logs.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user performing the import has the necessary authorizations to import the objects in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Dependencies:
  
  Identify any dependencies that the objects may have and ensure that all required objects are included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Recreate Transport Request:
  
  If the transport request is found to be inconsistent or corrupted, consider recreating the transport request and re-adding the necessary objects.
  
  
  
  Transport Directory:
  
  Check the transport directory for any issues. Ensure that the transport files are intact and not corrupted.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  STMS: Transport Management System
  SE01: Transport Organizer
  SE09: Workbench Organizer
  SE10: Customizing Organizer
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for the latest SAP Notes related to transport issues, as they may provide specific fixes or workarounds for known problems.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on transport management for best practices and guidelines on managing transport requests.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.