How To Fix TR177 - & is a table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TR - Change and Transport System

• Message number: 177

• Message text: & is a table

What causes this issue?

The object "&V2&" was entered.
However, "&V1&" is a table (table type: "&V3&"), which must be entered
as a "TABU" object.

System Response

The entry was not accepted.

How to fix this error?

Specify the object as "TABU", or correct the object name.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TR177 - & is a table ?

  The SAP error message TR177 typically relates to issues with transport requests in the SAP system. This error can occur when there are problems with the transport directory or when the transport request is not properly configured or released.
  Cause of TR177 Error
  The TR177 error message usually indicates that there is a problem with the transport request, such as:
  
  The transport request is not released.
  The transport directory is not properly set up.
  There are inconsistencies in the transport management system.
  The transport request is missing or has been deleted.
  
  Solution for TR177 Error
  To resolve the TR177 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Transport Request Status:
  
  Go to transaction code SE09 or SE10 to check the status of the transport request. Ensure that the request is released.
  
  
  
  Release the Transport Request:
  
  If the transport request is not released, you can release it by selecting the request and clicking on the "Release" button.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Directory:
  
  Ensure that the transport directory is correctly configured. You can check the transport directory settings in transaction code STMS.
  
  
  
  Check for Inconsistencies:
  
  Use transaction code SE01 to check for inconsistencies in the transport requests. You can also use transaction code STMS to check the transport logs.
  
  
  
  Re-import the Transport Request:
  
  If the transport request is missing or has been deleted, you may need to re-import it from the source system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional information or solutions related to the TR177 error.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): The TMS is responsible for managing the transport of objects between different SAP systems. Understanding how TMS works can help in troubleshooting transport-related issues.
  Transport Request Types: Familiarize yourself with different types of transport requests (e.g., workbench requests, customizing requests) and their purposes.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on transport management and error handling.
  
  Table Related to Transport Requests
  In the context of transport requests, the following tables may be relevant:
  
  E070: This table contains header information for transport requests.
  E071: This table contains the details of the objects included in the transport requests.
  E070A: This table contains additional information about the transport requests.
  
  By checking these tables, you can gather more information about the transport requests and diagnose any issues that may be causing the TR177 error.