How To Fix XT654 - &1: Virtual system without transport directory

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XT - Transport Management System

• Message number: 654

• Message text: &1: Virtual system without transport directory

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XT654 - &1: Virtual system without transport directory ?

  The SAP error message XT654 indicates that a virtual system is being referenced without a transport directory. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Transport Management System (TMS) when you are trying to perform transport-related activities involving a virtual system that has not been properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Transport Directory: The virtual system does not have a transport directory defined. This is necessary for the system to manage transport requests.
  Incorrect Configuration: The virtual system may not be correctly configured in the Transport Management System.
  System Type: The system type may not be set correctly, leading to the system being treated as a virtual system without the necessary transport directory.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Transport Directory:
  
  Go to the TMS configuration (transaction code STMS).
  Navigate to the Transport Routes and ensure that the virtual system has a transport directory defined.
  If it does not, you will need to create or assign a transport directory to the virtual system.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the virtual system is correctly configured in TMS. You can do this by checking the system settings in the TMS configuration.
  Make sure that the system type is set correctly (e.g., Development, Quality, Production).
  
  
  
  Transport Profile:
  
  Verify that the transport profile for the virtual system is correctly set up. This includes checking the transport directory path and ensuring it is accessible.
  
  
  
  Transport Directory Path:
  
  Ensure that the transport directory path is valid and that the necessary permissions are set for the SAP system to access it.
  
  
  
  Restart TMS:
  
  After making changes, it may be necessary to restart the Transport Management System to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  STMS: Transport Management System
  SE03: Transport Organizer Tools
  ST04: Database Performance Analysis (for checking transport directory access)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Transport Management System for detailed steps on configuring transport directories and managing virtual systems.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to transport directories and virtual systems.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or refer to SAP support for further assistance.