How To Fix /IAM/OBJECT_MOC022 - Unable to change status as child change request &1 is locked by &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/OBJECT_MOC -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Unable to change status as child change request &1 is locked by &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT_MOC022 - Unable to change status as child change request &1 is locked by &2 ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT_MOC022 Unable to change status as child change request &1 is locked by &2 typically occurs in the context of change request management within the SAP Identity Access Management (IAM) module. This error indicates that a change request (CR) you are trying to modify is currently locked by another user or process, preventing you from making the desired changes.
  Cause:
  
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent multiple users from making changes to the same object simultaneously. If a change request is being edited or processed by another user, it will be locked, and you will receive this error when trying to change its status.
  Long-running Processes: Sometimes, a change request may be locked due to a long-running process or transaction that has not yet completed.
  User Session: The user who locked the change request may have an active session that is still holding the lock.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Lock: Check who is currently locking the change request. The error message provides the user ID (&2) that is holding the lock. You can use transaction codes like SM12 (for lock entries) to see the details of the lock.
  Wait for Release: If the lock is held by another user, you may need to wait until they complete their work and release the lock.
  Contact the User: If you know the user who is holding the lock, you can contact them to see if they can release it or if they are done with their changes.
  Force Release (if necessary): If the lock is not being released and you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually delete the lock entry using transaction SM12. However, this should be done with caution, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the other user is still working on the change request.
  Check for Background Jobs: If the lock is due to a background job, you may need to wait for the job to complete or check the job status in transaction SM37.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary for the relevant tables if needed.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on change request management and locking mechanisms.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate roles and permissions to manage change requests and handle locks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your change request management tasks.