How To Fix COCM054 - The lock on the change step cannot be reset

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COCM - Order Change Management

• Message number: 054

• Message text: The lock on the change step cannot be reset

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COCM054 - The lock on the change step cannot be reset ?

  The SAP error message COCM054, which states "The lock on the change step cannot be reset," typically occurs in the context of the Change Management process within SAP. This error indicates that there is a lock on a change step that prevents it from being reset or modified. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Active Locks: The change step may be locked by another user or process that is currently working on it.
  Incomplete Processes: If a previous process related to the change step was not completed properly, it might leave the step in a locked state.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to reset the lock may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues or bugs that are causing the lock to persist.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Active Sessions: Use transaction codes like SM12 (to check for locks) and SM21 (to