CTS_CONFIG_MSG_CL173 - Clients of communication system &1 of system &2/domain &3 cannot be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTS_CONFIG_MSG_CL - Message Class for Central CTS Configuration

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Clients of communication system &1 of system &2/domain &3 cannot be read

INCLUDE CTS_CONFIG_MSG_CL167 OBJECT DOKU ID NA

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTS_CONFIG_MSG_CL173 - Clients of communication system &1 of system &2/domain &3 cannot be read ?

  The SAP error message CTS_CONFIG_MSG_CL173 indicates that there is an issue with reading the clients of a communication system in the context of the Change and Transport System (CTS). This error typically arises in scenarios involving transport management, especially when dealing with multiple systems or clients.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The communication system may not be properly configured in the Transport Management System (TMS). This could include missing or incorrect entries in the TMS configuration.
  
  
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the transport may not have the necessary authorizations to read the clients of the specified communication system.
  
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the systems involved, preventing the retrieval of client information.
  
  
  System Status: The target system might be down or not reachable, which can lead to the inability to read client information.
  
  
  Transport Directory Issues: Problems with the transport directory or transport routes can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CTS_CONFIG_MSG_CL173 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check TMS Configuration:
  
  Go to the Transport Management System (TMS) configuration (transaction STMS).
  Verify that the communication system is correctly defined and that all necessary clients are listed.
  Ensure that the transport routes are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the communication system and its clients. Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check System Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the target system is up and running. You can use transaction SM51 to check the status of the application servers.
  Test the network connectivity between the systems involved.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Directory:
  
  Check the transport directory for any inconsistencies or issues. You can use transaction SE09 or SE10 to review transport requests.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure TMS:
  
  If necessary, you may need to reconfigure the TMS settings. This can involve removing and re-adding the communication system or clients.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  STMS - Transport Management System
  SE09 / SE10 - Transport Organizer
  SM21 - System Log
  SM51 - List of Active Application Servers
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for the latest SAP Notes related to transport management and the specific error message for any updates or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CTS_CONFIG_MSG_CL173 error in your SAP system.