How To Fix CL401 - Only locked/incomplete objects exist for class &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Only locked/incomplete objects exist for class &

What causes this issue?

You have searched for objects in the class and have excluded locked or
incomplete objects using function "Define display format", and now you
want to display the result. However, this is not possible, because only
locked or incomplete objects exist.

How to fix this error?

Change the display format so that locked or incomplete objects are
displayed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL401 - Only locked/incomplete objects exist for class & ?

  The SAP error message CL401 ("Only locked/incomplete objects exist for class &") typically occurs in the context of class management in the ABAP Workbench. This error indicates that the system is unable to perform a certain operation (like activation or modification) on a class because there are only locked or incomplete objects associated with that class.
  Cause:
  
  Locked Objects: The class or its components (methods, attributes, etc.) are locked by another user or session. This can happen if someone is editing the class and has not yet saved or released their changes.
  Incomplete Objects: The class may have been created but not fully defined or activated. This can occur if the class definition is missing required components or if it has not been activated properly.
  Transport Issues: If the class is part of a transport request that has not been released or is in a state of inconsistency, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Locks:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the class or its components. If you find locks that are not needed, you can delete them (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Complete the Class Definition:
  
  Ensure that the class is fully defined. Check for any missing methods or attributes and complete the class definition.
  Activate the class using transaction SE24 (Class Builder) to ensure that it is in a consistent state.
  
  
  
  Release Transport Requests:
  
  If the class is part of a transport request, ensure that the request is released. You can check this in transaction SE09 or SE10.
  
  
  
  Check for Incomplete Objects:
  
  Use transaction SE80 to navigate to the class and check for any incomplete objects. If any components are incomplete, complete them and activate the class.
  
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues:
  
  If you are working in a team environment, check with your colleagues to see if someone else is currently working on the same class.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE24: Class Builder
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on class management and error handling.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CL401 error and continue working with your class in SAP.