How To Fix FDT_TRANSPORT140 - BRF+: Foreign lock &2. Could not get the processing lock for &1 objects

FDT_TRANSPORT140 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_TRANSPORT - Formula & Derivation Tool: Transport

• Message number: 140

• Message text: BRF+: Foreign lock &2. Could not get the processing lock for &1 objects

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_TRANSPORT140 - BRF+: Foreign lock &2. Could not get the processing lock for &1 objects ?

  The SAP error message FDT_TRANSPORT140 related to BRF+ (Business Rule Framework plus) indicates that there is a foreign lock on the objects you are trying to transport or modify. This typically occurs when another user or process is currently working on the same objects, preventing your action from proceeding.
  
  Cause:
  
  Foreign Lock: The error suggests that the object you are trying to access is locked by another user or process. This can happen if:
  Another user is editing the same BRF+ rules or objects.
  A background job is currently processing the same objects.
  There is a transaction that has not been completed, leaving the object in a locked state.
  
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the objects. You can filter by the user or object name to see if there are any active locks.
  
  If you find a lock that is no longer needed, you can delete it (if you have the