How To Fix 00814 - Transaction &1 is locked (locked development object)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 00 -

• Message number: 814

• Message text: Transaction &1 is locked (locked development object)

What causes this issue?

Transaction cannot be started in this logical system because the
transaction was locked.
A transaction can either be locked locally by the system administrator
(customizing),
or can be delivered locked by the application developer.

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?

If you need to use the transaction despite the lock, contact your system
adminstrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Changes to this type of application start locks are regarded as
modifications. They are maintained in transaction SM01_DEV.
You can find more information in the application documentation or in SAP
Note 2234192.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 00814 - Transaction &1 is locked (locked development object) ?

  The SAP error message "00814 Transaction &1 is locked (locked development object)" indicates that a specific transaction or development object is currently locked, preventing users from making changes or executing the transaction. This typically occurs in a development environment where objects are being modified or transported.
  Cause:
  
  
  Locked Development Object: The object (like a program, function module, or transaction) is locked by another user or process. This can happen if:
  
  A developer is currently editing the object.
  The object is in a transport request that is being processed.
  There is a system lock due to a previous session that did not close properly.
  
  
  
  Transport Management: If the object is part of a transport request that is being moved between systems, it may be locked until the transport is completed.
  
  
  User Lock: The user who is trying to access the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations or may be trying to access an object that is locked by another user.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can see which user or process is holding the lock on the object. If you have the necessary authorizations, you can delete the lock entry, but be cautious as this may disrupt the work of the user who holds the lock.
  
  
  Contact the User: If you find that another user is locking the object, you can contact them to see if they can release the lock or if they are done with their changes.
  
  
  Wait for Release: If the lock is due to a transport request, you may need to wait until the transport is completed.
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: Use transaction code SE09 or SE10 to check the status of transport requests. Ensure that the transport is not in a state that would cause the object to be locked.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. If not, you may need to adjust the user's roles or permissions.
  
  
  System Restart: In rare cases, if the lock persists and cannot be resolved through the above methods, a system restart may be necessary, but this should be done with caution and typically as a last resort.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SE09 / SE10: To manage transport requests.
  SE80: To access the Object Navigator for development objects.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to locking mechanisms in your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices on managing development objects and transport requests to minimize locking issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the issue.