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Message type: E = Error
Message class: TQ - SAPup Messages
Message number: 404
Message text: START Reading the cofile
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TQ404
- START Reading the cofile ?The SAP error message TQ404, which states "START Reading the cofile," typically occurs during the transport process in SAP, particularly when there are issues with the transport directory or the transport files. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
Causes:
- Missing or Corrupted Transport Files: The transport files (cofile and data file) may be missing or corrupted in the transport directory.
- Incorrect Transport Directory Configuration: The transport directory may not be correctly configured in the system.
- File System Issues: There may be file system issues, such as insufficient permissions or disk space problems.
- Network Issues: If the transport is being executed over a network, there may be connectivity issues.
- Transport Directory Not Accessible: The transport directory may not be accessible due to system or network issues.
Solutions:
- Check Transport Directory: Verify that the transport directory is correctly configured in the system. You can check this in transaction
STMS
(Transport Management System) under the "Transport Directory" settings.- Verify Transport Files: Ensure that the required transport files (cofile and data file) exist in the transport directory. If they are missing, you may need to recreate the transport request or restore the files from a backup.
- Check Permissions: Ensure that the user running the transport has the necessary permissions to access the transport directory and its files.
- Disk Space: Check if there is sufficient disk space available on the server where the transport directory is located.
- Network Connectivity: If the transport is being executed over a network, ensure that there are no network issues affecting the connection.
- Transport Logs: Review the transport logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the issue.
Related Information:
STMS
: Transport Management SystemSE01
: Transport OrganizerSE09
: Workbench OrganizerSE10
: Customizing Organizer/usr/sap/trans
on UNIX/Linux systems or C:\usr\sap\trans
on Windows systems. Ensure that this path is correctly set in the system configuration.If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.
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