How To Fix AD704 - Program is locked for correction & (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 704

• Message text: Program is locked for correction & (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD704 - Program is locked for correction & (&) ?

  The SAP error message AD704 ("Program is locked for correction & (&)") typically indicates that the program you are trying to modify is currently locked for changes. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Transport Lock: The program is part of a transport request that is currently being processed or has been locked by another user.
  Change Lock: Another user is currently editing the program, or it is locked due to a previous session that did not close properly.
  Development Class Lock: The development class (package) to which the program belongs may be locked for changes.
  Transport Organizer Settings: The transport organizer settings may restrict changes to certain objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Lock Status:
  
  Use transaction code SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) to check for locks on the program or transport request.
  You can also use transaction code SM12 to view and delete user locks if necessary.
  
  
  
  Release the Lock:
  
  If you find that the program is locked by another user, you may need to contact that user to release the lock.
  If the lock is due to a transport request, ensure that the transport is completed or released.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  Ensure that the transport request associated with the program is not in a "modification" state. If it is, you may need to release it.
  
  
  
  Development Class Settings:
  
  If the program is part of a development class that is locked, you may need to unlock the development class or request the necessary permissions from your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Session Management:
  
  Ensure that there are no open sessions that might be holding a lock on the program. Log out and log back in to refresh your session.
  
  
  
  Contact Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to contact your SAP Basis team for assistance. They can help identify and resolve any underlying issues related to locks.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE03: Transport Organizer Tools
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SE80: Object Navigator (to check the program)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to program locks.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify the program or the development class.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the issue.