How To Fix 2Q018 - Cannot lock systems from other domains

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 2Q - TMS Service Message Class

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Cannot lock systems from other domains

What causes this issue?

You can only set the lock for a system on the domain controller of this
system.

System Response

The action is rejected.

How to fix this error?

If necessary, have the system administrator of the other domain set the
lock.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 2Q018 - Cannot lock systems from other domains ?

  The SAP error message 2Q018: "Cannot lock systems from other domains" typically occurs in the context of SAP Landscape Management (LaMa) or when dealing with system locks in a multi-domain environment. This error indicates that there is an attempt to lock a system that belongs to a different domain than the one currently being used.
  Cause:
  
  Domain Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is that the system you are trying to lock is part of a different domain than the one you are currently operating in. In SAP, domains are used to manage and segregate different environments (like development, testing, and production).
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the SAP Landscape Management settings or in the system's domain assignments.
  User Permissions: The user attempting to perform the lock operation may not have the necessary permissions to lock systems in the specified domain.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Domain Configuration:
  
  Verify that the system you are trying to lock is indeed part of the domain you are currently working in. You can do this by checking the domain settings in SAP Landscape Management or the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Domain:
  
  If you need to lock a system in a different domain, switch to that domain in your SAP Landscape Management interface before attempting to lock the system.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user account you are using has the necessary permissions to lock systems in the specified domain. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator to adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for Landscape Management or the specific module you are working with for more detailed instructions on domain management and locking systems.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They can provide more specific guidance based on your system configuration and landscape.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Landscape Management (LaMa): This tool is used for managing SAP systems in a landscape, including operations like system locking, starting/stopping systems, and managing system configurations.
  Domain Management: Understanding how domains are structured in your SAP environment is crucial for effective system management. Each domain can have its own set of systems and configurations.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Familiarize yourself with the roles and authorizations required for performing operations in SAP, as this can often be a source of issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 2Q018 and successfully lock the desired systems.