How To Fix DB_CACHE_CONF_APP003 - Configuration cannot be locked. It is locked under different transport

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB_CACHE_CONF_APP - Message Class for DB Cache Config App

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Configuration cannot be locked. It is locked under different transport

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB_CACHE_CONF_APP003 - Configuration cannot be locked. It is locked under different transport ?

  The SAP error message DB_CACHE_CONF_APP003 indicates that the configuration you are trying to modify is currently locked because it is being used in a different transport request. This typically occurs in the context of transport management in SAP, where changes to configuration settings are grouped into transport requests for later deployment to other systems.
  Cause:
  
  Locked Configuration: The configuration you are trying to access is locked because it is part of another transport request that is currently being processed or has not yet been released.
  Transport Request Status: The transport request that contains the configuration might be in a status that prevents changes, such as "modification" or "released."
  Multiple Users: If multiple users are trying to access or modify the same configuration simultaneously, it can lead to locking issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  Use transaction code SE09 or SE10 to check the status of transport requests. Look for any requests that might be locking the configuration you want to change.
  If you find a transport request that is locking the configuration, you may need to wait until it is released or completed.
  
  
  
  Release or Delete Transport Request:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can release the transport request that is locking the configuration. Be cautious with this step, as it may affect other users or processes.
  If the transport request is no longer needed, you can delete it, but ensure that this action is approved and does not disrupt ongoing processes.
  
  
  
  Contact Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue yourself, contact your SAP Basis team or system administrator. They can provide insights into the transport requests and help unlock the configuration if necessary.
  
  
  
  Wait for Lock to Clear:
  
  If the lock is temporary (e.g., due to another user working on the configuration), you may need to wait until the other user completes their work.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding how TMS works in SAP can help you manage transport requests effectively.
  Lock Entries: You can check for lock entries using transaction code SM12 to see if there are any active locks on the configuration.
  Transport Request Types: Familiarize yourself with different types of transport requests (e.g., workbench requests, customizing requests) and their implications on configuration changes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DB_CACHE_CONF_APP003 error and proceed with your configuration changes.