How To Fix J5186 - Object &1 &2 &3 is locked in another transport request; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J5 - External Data Transfer

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Object &1 &2 &3 is locked in another transport request; see long text

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What causes this issue?

When the system locks objects, it ensures that program objects belong
only to a transport request that can be changed. The object in question
is locked by another request that can be changed (in other words, a
request that has not been released).
A lock also exists if the object is assigned to a transport layer that
is different from the request used.

System Response

The object cannot be included in the request specified.

How to fix this error?

The object can be exported once the request locking it has been
released. If this does not happen, the object must be deleted from the
request locking it, and the transport function restarted.
If there are no requests locking the object, check the transport
property of the object in question. This property is stored in the
assigned package (development class). You can use the object catalog
entry to check this information. The transport request and the package
must have the same transport layer.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J5186 - Object &1 &2 &3 is locked in another transport request; see long text ?

  The SAP error message J5186 indicates that a specific object (identified by the parameters &1, &2, and &3) is currently locked in another transport request. This typically occurs when multiple users or processes are trying to modify or transport the same object simultaneously, leading to a conflict.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently working on the same object and has it locked in a transport request.
  Incomplete Transport: A previous transport request that included the object may not have been completed or released properly.
  Transport Request Management: The object might be part of a transport request that is still in the "in process" state.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Status:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the object. You can filter by user or object name to find the specific lock.
  If you find a lock that is no longer needed, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Identify the Transport Request:
  
  Use transaction code SE01 or SE09 to view transport requests. Look for the transport request that contains the locked object.
  If you have access, you can check the status of the transport request and see if it can be released or if it needs to be completed.
  
  
  
  Coordinate with Team Members:
  
  If another user is working on the object, communicate with them to understand their progress and whether they can release the lock.
  If necessary, coordinate to ensure that only one person is working on the object at a time.
  
  
  
  Wait for Release:
  
  If the object is locked by a legitimate process, you may need to wait until the other user completes their work and releases the lock.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  Ensure that your transport management process is well-defined to avoid such conflicts in the future. This may include better communication among team members and proper planning of transport requests.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Long Text: The long text of the error message may provide additional context or specific instructions related to the object or transport request.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on transport management and object locking to better understand how to manage and resolve such conflicts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the J5186 error and continue with your work in SAP.