How To Fix ESH_IEF_MSG087 - Import manually locked for all software components (see note 1874088)

ESH_IEF_MSG087 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_IEF_MSG - Import/Export Framework

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Import manually locked for all software components (see note 1874088)

What causes this issue?

All software components are locked for import.

System Response

No changes of any software component are imported into the object model
repository.

How to fix this error?

Clarify with your administrator, if the import lock can be limited to a
specific set of software components or be removed at all.

Procedure for System Administrators

For details have a look at SAP notes 1874088 and 1874091.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_IEF_MSG087 - Import manually locked for all software components (see note 1874088) ?

  The SAP error message ESH_IEF_MSG087 indicates that the import of a software component is manually locked for all software components. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Landscape Management (LaMa) or during the import of software components in the Software Update Manager (SUM) or other transport management processes.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Manual Locking: The software component has been manually locked in the system, preventing any further imports or changes.
  Transport Management Configuration: There may be a configuration in the transport management system that restricts the import of certain components.
  System State: The system might be in a state that does not allow imports, such as being in a maintenance mode or having pending transports.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Lock Status:
  
  Use transaction code SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) to check the lock status of the software component.
  Look for any manual locks that