How To Fix TW696 - &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TW - R3trans - Messages

• Message number: 696

• Message text: &

What causes this issue?

Internal information on communication with tp. This specifies the
export time of the transport requests, so that tp can analyze it.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TW696 - & ?

  The SAP error message TW696 typically relates to issues with the transport system, particularly when dealing with transport requests. The error message may indicate that there is a problem with the transport directory or that the transport request cannot be processed due to various reasons.
  Cause:
  
  Transport Directory Issues: The transport directory may not be correctly set up or may be missing.
  Transport Request Status: The transport request may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed (e.g., it might be locked or not released).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the transport operation.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the transport management system (TMS).
  Network Issues: If the transport is being sent to another system, network issues could prevent the transport from being completed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transport Directory: Ensure that the transport directory is correctly configured and accessible. You can check the transport directory settings in transaction STMS.
  Review Transport Request Status: Use transaction SE09 or SE10 to check the status of the transport request. Make sure it is released and not locked.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transport operation. This can be done by checking the user roles and profiles.
  TMS Configuration: Review the TMS configuration to ensure that all systems are correctly defined and connected. You can do this in transaction STMS under the configuration settings.
  Network Connectivity: If the transport is being sent to another system, check the network connectivity between the systems to ensure that there are no issues.
  Consult Logs: Check the transport logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to error TW696.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the transport management system for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.