How To Fix XT672 - TMS configuration for &1 not up-to-date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XT - Transport Management System

• Message number: 672

• Message text: TMS configuration for &1 not up-to-date

What causes this issue?

The TMS configuration consists of the basic settings (such as the
communication addresses and the system list), the transport profile and
the transport routes.
The basic TMS settings are out-of-date in the system &V1&.

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?

Distribute the TMS configuration to the system &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XT672 - TMS configuration for &1 not up-to-date ?

  The SAP error message XT672 indicates that the Transport Management System (TMS) configuration for a specific system (denoted by &1) is not up-to-date. This can occur for various reasons, such as changes in the system landscape, updates to the transport routes, or modifications in the transport directory.
  Cause:
  
  Changes in System Landscape: If there have been changes to the system (like adding or removing systems), the TMS configuration may not reflect these changes.
  Transport Directory Issues: If the transport directory is not properly configured or if there are inconsistencies in the transport routes, this error can occur.
  Missing or Incomplete Configuration: If the TMS configuration was not completed or if there are missing entries, it can lead to this error.
  Transport Layer Changes: Changes in transport layers or routes that have not been updated in the TMS configuration can also trigger this message.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the XT672 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check TMS Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction STMS and check the TMS configuration.
  Ensure that all systems are correctly defined and that the transport routes are properly set up.
  
  
  
  Update TMS Configuration:
  
  If you have made changes to the system landscape, you may need to reconfigure TMS.
  Use transaction STMS and navigate to the "Overview" and then "Systems" to check the status of the systems.
  If necessary, use the "Transport Routes" option to update the routes.
  
  
  
  Transport Directory Check:
  
  Verify that the transport directory is correctly set up and accessible.
  Check the transport directory path in the TMS configuration and ensure it points to the correct location.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check of the TMS configuration using transaction STMS -> "Overview" -> "Transport Routes" -> "Check Consistency".
  Resolve any inconsistencies that are reported.
  
  
  
  Re-import TMS Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, you may need to re-import the TMS configuration from the transport directory.
  This can be done by using the "Import" option in the TMS configuration.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to TMS configuration that might be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  STMS: Transport Management System
  SE06: Transport Organizer Tools
  ST22: Dump Analysis (to check for any related dumps)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on TMS configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to TMS configuration.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the XT672 error and ensure that your TMS configuration is up-to-date.