How To Fix CMT2051 - CM object is locked

CMT2051 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMT2 - Add-On Version: Message Class in CM Environment

• Message number: 051

• Message text: CM object is locked

What causes this issue?

You want to edit a CM object (configuration definition, configuration
folder, or baseline). This is not possible, as the CM object is status
locked.

System Response

The system does not allow editing.

How to fix this error?

Undo the lock.
For more information, see the SAP Library, under Configuration
Management (LO-CM) -> Status Management in Configuration Management.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMT2051 - CM object is locked ?

  The SAP error message CMT2051, which states "CM object is locked," typically occurs in the context of Change Management (CM) within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with configuration management objects. This error indicates that the object you are trying to access or modify is currently locked, preventing any changes from being made.
  Causes:
  
  User Locking: Another user is currently editing or has locked the object.
  System Lock: The system may have a lock on the object due to a previous transaction that did not complete successfully.
  Transport Request: The object may be part of a transport request that is currently being processed.
  Background Jobs: A background job may be running that is accessing the same object.
  Configuration Lock: The object may be locked due to configuration settings or processes that require exclusive access.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  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