How To Fix TQ029 - Import: rc=&

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TQ - SAPup Messages

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Import: rc=&

What causes this issue?

The system tried to import a transport request. To see which request it
is, and which step of the import, refer to the preceding lines of the
log. The return code of this individual import attempt is logged in
this message.

System Response

The system's reaction depends on the value of the return code. In
certain circumstances the system will cancel other actions.

How to fix this error?

If this is the case, check the other log messages before this line, and
try and remove the problem.
The exact meaning of the individual values of the return code cannot be
explained here. They are program-internal. Their logs are intended as a
help tool for specialists. Generally, however, it is useful to analyze
the log lines before this one, to try and determine the cause of the
problem.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TQ029 - Import: rc=& ?

  The SAP error message TQ029, which states "Import: rc=&?", typically indicates an issue related to the import of transport requests in the SAP system. The "rc" stands for "return code," and the message suggests that there was an error during the import process, but it does not specify the exact return code, which can make troubleshooting more challenging.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Transport Request Issues: The transport request may be incomplete, corrupted, or not properly released.
  Authorization Problems: The user performing the import may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the import.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the target system that prevent the import from completing successfully.
  Dependencies: The transport request may depend on other requests that have not been imported yet.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that are causing the import to fail.
  Version Mismatch: The source and target systems may be on different versions or support packs, leading to compatibility issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Transport Request: Verify that the transport request is complete and correctly released. You can do this using transaction code SE01 or SE09.
  Review Logs: Check the import logs for more detailed error messages. You can find logs in transaction STMS under the "Import Overview" or by checking the transport logs in ST22 or SLG1.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the import has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Check Dependencies: Make sure that all dependent transport requests have been imported successfully before importing the current request.
  System Configuration: Review the configuration of the target system to ensure it matches the source system, especially if there are custom developments involved.
  Database Health: Check the health of the database and ensure that there are no issues that could affect the import process.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE01, SE09, STMS, ST22, and SLG1 for transport management and error analysis.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support with detailed logs and information about the error for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and community forums for additional insights and solutions related to transport issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the TQ029 error and implement a suitable solution.