CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG138 - Object list cannot be read since the task &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Object list cannot be read since the task &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG138 - Object list cannot be read since the task &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG138 indicates that the system is unable to read the object list because the specified transport task (denoted by &1) does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of the Change and Transport System (CTS) when trying to manage transport requests or tasks.
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-existent Task: The transport task specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The task was deleted.
  The task was never created.
  The task is in a different transport request that is not accessible.
  
  
  
  Transport Request Issues: The transport request associated with the task may have been deleted or is in a state that prevents it from being accessed.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the transport task.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the CTS settings that prevent the system from recognizing the task.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Task Existence:
  
  Check if the transport task exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code SE01 (Transport Organizer) or SE09 (Workbench Organizer) to search for the task.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Request:
  
  Ensure that the transport request associated with the task is still valid and has not been deleted or released.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the transport task. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Recreate Task:
  
  If the task does not exist and is required, you may need to recreate it. This can be done by creating a new transport task under the appropriate transport request.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE01: Transport Organizer
  SE09: Workbench Organizer
  SE10: Customizing Transport Organizer
  
  
  
  CTS Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on the Change and Transport System for more detailed information on managing transport requests and tasks.
  
  
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message CTS_ORGANIZER_MSG138.