How To Fix XT117 - Command &4 unknown in system &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XT - Transport Management System

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Command &4 unknown in system &1

What causes this issue?

An error occurred in the TMS communication layer of the following SAP
system:
System: <LS>&V2&</>
Command: <LS>&V3&</>
Error: Function <LS>&V4&</> unknown

System Response

The function terminates.

How to fix this error?

The release level of the specified system does not support this command
or there is a programming error.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XT117 - Command &4 unknown in system &1 ?

  The SAP error message XT117 "Command &4 unknown in system &1" typically indicates that the system has encountered an unrecognized command or function. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a transaction, report, or program.
  Cause:
  
  Typographical Error: The command entered may have been misspelled or incorrectly formatted.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the command.
  System Configuration: The command may not be available in the current system configuration or version.
  Custom Development: If the command is part of a custom development, it may not be properly implemented or registered in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the command was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Command Syntax: Verify that the command is correctly spelled and formatted. Refer to the documentation for the correct usage.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the command. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with a security administrator.
  System Configuration: Confirm that the command is supported in the current version of the SAP system. Check for any relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Custom Development Review: If the command is part of a custom development, review the code to ensure it is correctly implemented and registered.
  Transport Check: If the command was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may want to check transaction codes related to the command you are trying to execute.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.