CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG117 - Function &1 cannot be performed - system &2 is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG - Message Class for the Transport Organizer

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Function &1 cannot be performed - system &2 is unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG117 - Function &1 cannot be performed - system &2 is unknown ?

  The SAP error message CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG117 with the description "Function &1 cannot be performed - system &2 is unknown" typically occurs in the context of the Change and Transport System (CTS) when there is an issue with the system configuration or the transport landscape.
  Cause:
  
  
  Unknown System: The system specified in the error message (&2) is not recognized by the CTS. This could be due to:
  
  The system not being defined in the Transport Management System (TMS).
  The system being incorrectly configured or not properly connected to the transport landscape.
  The system being down or not accessible at the time of the operation.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Function Call: The function (&1) that you are trying to perform may not be applicable to the specified system, or there may be a mismatch in the expected parameters.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the function may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action on the specified system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check TMS Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction STMS and check the configuration of your transport landscape.
  Ensure that the system in question is correctly defined and is part of the transport domain.
  
  
  
  Verify System Status:
  
  Ensure that the system is up and running. You can check the status of the system in the TMS configuration.
  If the system is down, resolve any issues preventing it from starting.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action on the specified system. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Routes:
  
  Check the transport routes to ensure that they are correctly set up and that the system is included in the appropriate routes.
  
  
  
  System Alias:
  
  If you are using system aliases, ensure that the alias is correctly configured and points to the right system.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure TMS:
  
  If necessary, you may need to reconfigure the TMS settings or even re-import the transport directory.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  STMS: Transport Management System
  SE03: Transport Organizer Tools
  SE09/SE10: Transport Requests
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help documentation for Change and Transport System for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.