How To Fix XT687 - System &1 is managed by the central CTS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XT - Transport Management System

• Message number: 687

• Message text: System &1 is managed by the central CTS

What causes this issue?

You are trying to activate inactive transport requests. System &V1& is
managed by central CTS.
The transport request belongs to a transport collection that is also
used to trigger the import. This is why it is not normally practical to
activate the request in the local import queue.

System Response

This is a warning. You will be prompted to make a decision.

How to fix this error?

Check whether processes could be endangered by this action and if
necessary, use the process tools (e.g. change request management or
quality gate management) to help you make the decision.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XT687 - System &1 is managed by the central CTS ?

  The SAP error message XT687 indicates that the system you are trying to manage is controlled by the Central Change and Transport System (CTS). This typically occurs in a landscape where multiple SAP systems are managed centrally, and certain operations are restricted to ensure consistency and integrity across the systems.
  Cause:
  The error message XT687 is triggered when you attempt to perform a transport operation (like releasing or importing a transport request) in a system that is part of a central CTS landscape. The central CTS manages the transport requests and their flow between systems, and local operations are not permitted.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Use Central CTS: Instead of trying to perform the transport operation directly in the managed system, you should use the central CTS to manage your transport requests. This typically involves:
  
  Logging into the central CTS system.
  Managing your transport requests from there, including releasing and importing them into the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Routes: Ensure that the transport routes are correctly configured in the central CTS. This includes verifying that the source and target systems are properly defined and that the transport layer is set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the Central CTS to understand the specific procedures and configurations required for your landscape.
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform transport operations in the central CTS. If you lack the required permissions, contact your system administrator.
  
  
  System Configuration: If you believe that the system should not be managed by the central CTS, check the system configuration settings. You may need to adjust the settings in the Transport Management System (TMS) to change the management status of the system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Central CTS: The Central Change and Transport System is used in SAP landscapes to manage transports across multiple systems, ensuring that changes are consistently applied and tracked.
  Transport Management System (TMS): This is the tool used to configure and manage transport routes, layers, and requests in SAP systems.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the problem is more complex, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP Basis team for further assistance.