How To Fix CNV_OM046 - Migration Object Settings are currently locked

CNV_OM046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_OM - Messages for Objectbased Migration

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Migration Object Settings are currently locked

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CNV_OM046 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV_OM046 indicates that the migration object settings are currently locked, which typically occurs during data migration processes using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or other migration tools. This locking mechanism is in place to prevent concurrent modifications that could lead to data inconsistencies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently accessing or modifying the migration object settings.
  Incomplete Previous Migration: A previous migration process may not have completed successfully, leaving the settings in a locked state.
  System Locking Mechanism: The system may have a built-in locking mechanism that prevents changes while a migration job is running.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Active Sessions: Verify if another user or process is currently using the migration object settings. You can do this by checking transaction codes like SM12 (for lock entries) or SM21 (for system logs).
  Wait for Completion: If another migration process is running, wait for it to complete. Once it finishes, the lock