How To Fix TP618 - Transport profile not up-to-date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TP - Transport Control

• Message number: 618

• Message text: Transport profile not up-to-date

What causes this issue?

When the transport profile was checked, it was discovered that the
transport profile does not match the configuration of the transport
control program in the Transport Management System.

System Response

The transport control program is started with the existing transport
profile. The consistency of the transport domain cannot be guaranteed
by TMS, since the transport profile does not match the configuration in
TMS.

How to fix this error?

Start the transaction STMS with the Transport Domain Controller and
distribute the configuration of the transport domain again (<LS>STMS ->
Overview -> Systems -> Extras -> Distribute TMS configuration</>).

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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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TP618 - Transport profile not up-to-date ?

  The SAP error message TP618 ("Transport profile not up-to-date") typically occurs when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the transport profile settings in the SAP system. This can happen for various reasons, such as changes in the transport landscape, updates to the transport directory, or modifications to the transport profile itself.
  Cause:
  
  Transport Profile Changes: The transport profile may have been modified or not updated after changes were made to the transport landscape.
  Missing or Inconsistent Entries: There may be missing or inconsistent entries in the transport profile configuration.
  Transport Directory Issues: Problems with the transport directory or its configuration can lead to this error.
  System Configuration Changes: Changes in system configuration or updates that affect the transport settings can trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TP618 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Transport Profile:
  
  Go to transaction code RZ10 to check the transport profile settings.
  Ensure that the transport profile is correctly configured and matches the current transport landscape.
  
  
  
  Update Transport Profile:
  
  If changes have been made to the transport landscape, update the transport profile accordingly.
  You can do this by using transaction code RZ10 to edit the profile parameters.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction code STMS to check the transport directory and ensure that all entries are consistent.
  You can also perform a consistency check using transaction STMS > Overview > Transport Routes.
  
  
  
  Transport Directory:
  
  Verify that the transport directory is correctly set up and accessible.
  Check the transport directory path in the profile and ensure it points to the correct location.
  
  
  
  Restart Transport Management System (TMS):
  
  Sometimes, restarting the TMS can help resolve temporary issues. You can do this by stopping and starting the TMS using transaction STMS.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the transport logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RZ10: Profile maintenance
  STMS: Transport Management System
  
  
  Transport Profile: A transport profile defines the transport settings for a particular SAP system, including the transport directory and transport routes.
  Transport Directory: The directory where transport requests are stored and managed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TP618 error and ensure that your transport profile is up-to-date.