How To Fix CC014 - Change number & is locked by &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CC - ECM: Messages

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Change number & is locked by &

What causes this issue?

You want to create or edit change number &V1&. However, one of the
following situations has occurred to produce this error message:
This change master record is currently being created or edited by user
&V2&.
This change master record has just been edited, but the system has not
updated the change master record yet.
User &V2& is changing an object using change number &V1&.
User &V2& is assigning a change using change number &V1& to a revision
level.

How to fix this error?

Try again later, or consult user &V2&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CC014 - Change number & is locked by & ?

  The SAP error message CC014 indicates that a change number is locked by a user or process, preventing further modifications or actions related to that change number. This typically occurs in the context of change management within SAP, particularly in the areas of production planning, engineering change management, or similar modules.
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: The change number is currently being edited or processed by another user.
  System Lock: A system process or transaction is holding a lock on the change number.
  Incomplete Transactions: An incomplete or failed transaction may have left the change number in a locked state.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to unlock or modify the change number.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Locking User: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the change number. This will show you which user or process is holding the lock.
  Contact the Locking User: If another user is holding the lock, communicate with them to see if they can release it.
  Release the Lock: If the lock is no longer needed and you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually delete the lock entry in SM12.
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may hold locks. Use transaction SM37 to check for any running jobs that might be related to the change number.
  Review Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to work with change numbers. If not, contact your SAP security team.
  Restart the Transaction: If the lock was due to an incomplete transaction, restarting the transaction may help clear the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM37: To check background jobs.
  CC01, CC02, CC03: Transactions for creating, changing, and displaying change numbers.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for CC014 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to change management processes to understand how locks are managed and best practices for avoiding them.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or support for further investigation.