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How To Fix W_CB145 - Wrong parameter: No change list exists for item &1


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: W_CB -

  • Message number: 145

  • Message text: Wrong parameter: No change list exists for item &1

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_CB145 - Wrong parameter: No change list exists for item &1 ?

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    SAP Error Message:

    W_CB145 - Wrong parameter: No change list exists for item &1


    Cause:

    This warning message occurs when you try to perform an operation (such as a transport or change request action) on an object or item for which no change list (also known as a transport request or change request) exists. In other words, the system expects a change list to be assigned or linked to the object, but it cannot find one.

    This typically happens in scenarios involving:

    • Transport Organizer (SE09/SE10) operations.
    • Change and Transport System (CTS) activities.
    • When trying to release or modify an object that has not been assigned to any transport request.
    • When a program or function module expects a valid change list parameter but receives an empty or invalid one.

    Explanation:

    • Change list: A container (transport request) that groups changes to SAP objects for transport between systems.
    • The system requires a valid change list to track and manage changes.
    • If the parameter specifying the change list is missing, incorrect, or the change list does not exist, this warning is triggered.

    Solution:

    1. Check the Change List Parameter:

      • Verify that the object or item you are working with is assigned to a valid change list.
      • Ensure that the change list number passed as a parameter is correct and exists in the system.
    2. Create or Assign a Change List:

      • If no change list exists, create a new transport request/change list in transaction SE09 or SE10.
      • Assign the object or item to this newly created change list.
    3. Verify Transport Request Status:

      • Make sure the change list/transport request is not deleted or released prematurely.
      • The change list should be modifiable if you want to add or change objects.
    4. Check Program or Function Module Call:

      • If this error occurs during a custom program or function module execution, check the code to ensure the change list parameter is correctly passed.
      • Add error handling or validation to prevent passing empty or invalid change list parameters.
    5. SAP Notes and Documentation:

      • Check SAP Notes related to CTS and transport errors for any known issues or patches.
      • Review SAP documentation on Change and Transport System (CTS) for proper handling of change lists.

    Related Information:

    • Transactions:
      • SE09 / SE10 — Transport Organizer
      • SE01 — Transport Organizer Tools
    • Tables:
      • E071 — Change requests (transport requests)
      • E071K — Objects in change requests
    • SAP Notes:
      • Search for notes related to W_CB145 or CTS transport errors.
    • Common Scenarios:
      • Transporting custom developments.
      • Modifying standard SAP objects without proper transport requests.
      • Automated transport tools or scripts passing incorrect parameters.

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