How To Fix XT281 - Transport Workflow active; do not make manual imports

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XT - Transport Management System

• Message number: 281

• Message text: Transport Workflow active; do not make manual imports

What causes this issue?

When you configured your system landscape you decided to use the
Transport Workflow for imports into this system. Only make manual
imports in exceptional cases.

System Response

The TMS terminates the first import to make sure that you are not
importing manually by mistake.

How to fix this error?

It is up to you to make sure that you are not importing requests that
are already in the Transport Workflow.
If you still want to import manually, proceed as follows:
Confirm the dialog box informing you that imports into this system are
made with the Transport Workflow. The import queue appears.
Choose <LS>Import request</>. The dialog box appears again.
Confirm the dialog box again. The dialog box <LS>Import transport
request</>.
Choose the appropriate options and start the import with <LS>Continue
</>.

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XT281 - Transport Workflow active; do not make manual imports ?

  The SAP error message XT281 indicates that a transport workflow is currently active in the system, and as a result, manual imports of transport requests are not allowed. This is a safeguard to ensure that the transport process is managed correctly and that no conflicts arise from manual interventions while a workflow is in progress.
  Cause:
  
  Active Transport Workflow: The primary cause of this error is that there is an ongoing transport workflow that has not been completed. This could be due to pending approvals or other steps in the workflow that need to be addressed.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to prevent manual imports when a transport workflow is active to maintain integrity and consistency in the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transport Workflow Status:
  
  Use transaction code SE01 or SE09 to check the status of the transport requests and workflows.
  Look for any requests that are pending approval or are in a state that requires attention.
  
  
  
  Complete the Workflow:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, complete the pending steps in the transport workflow. This may involve approving requests or resolving any issues that are causing delays.
  
  
  
  Consult with Workflow Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to complete the workflow, contact the workflow administrator or the person responsible for managing transport requests in your organization.
  
  
  
  Wait for Workflow to Complete:
  
  If the workflow is being processed by another user, you may need to wait until they complete their tasks before you can proceed with manual imports.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs:
  
  Check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may be causing the workflow to hang or not progress.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding how TMS works can help you manage transport requests and workflows more effectively.
  Authorization Issues: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage transport requests and workflows.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing transport workflows and requests.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the XT281 error and proceed with your transport activities in SAP.