How To Fix TR383 - Request &1 does not follow default transport layer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TR - Change and Transport System

• Message number: 383

• Message text: Request &1 does not follow default transport layer

What causes this issue?

The system cannot determine the correct transport target for request
&V1&.
This request only contains objects that cannot be locked. This means
that it should have the target of the standard transport layer as its
request target. However, its transport target is &V2&.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TR383 - Request &1 does not follow default transport layer ?

  The SAP error message TR383 indicates that a transport request does not follow the default transport layer settings. This typically occurs when a transport request is created in a system that is not aligned with the transport layer configuration defined in the transport management system (TMS).
  Cause:
  
  Transport Layer Configuration: The transport request is created in a system that is not part of the default transport layer defined in TMS.
  Incorrect Transport Layer Assignment: The transport layer assigned to the transport request does not match the expected transport layer for the system where the request is being processed.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the transport routes or layers in TMS.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transport Layer Settings:
  
  Go to transaction STMS and check the transport layer configuration.
  Ensure that the transport layer assigned to the transport request matches the transport layer of the system where the request is being processed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transport Request:
  
  If the transport request is incorrectly assigned, you may need to create a new transport request in the correct transport layer or adjust the existing request if possible.
  
  
  
  Review TMS Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the transport routes and layers are correctly configured in TMS. You can do this by navigating to STMS -> Overview -> Transport Routes and checking the settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to transport management and transport layers for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): TMS is a tool used in SAP systems to manage the transport of objects between different systems (e.g., development, quality assurance, production).
  Transport Layers: A transport layer defines the transport routes and the systems that are part of a specific transport path. Each system can be assigned to one or more transport layers.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  STMS: Transport Management System
  SE09: Workbench Organizer (for transport requests)
  SE10: Customizing Organizer (for customizing requests)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the TR383 error message in SAP.