How To Fix /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C226 - Import lock exists for object type &1 however object type &1 is unknown

/PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C226 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C -

• Message number: 226

• Message text: Import lock exists for object type &1 however object type &1 is unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C226 - Import lock exists for object type &1 however object type &1 is unknown ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C226 indicates that there is an import lock for a specific object type, but the system does not recognize the object type specified. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with configuration or data import processes in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unknown Object Type: The error suggests that the object type being referenced is not recognized by the system. This could be due to a typo, a missing configuration, or an object type that has not been defined in the system.
  Import Lock: The import lock indicates that another process is currently using or has locked the object type for import, preventing your process from proceeding.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the system configuration or the specific module you are working with, leading to the inability to recognize the object type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Type: Verify the object type being referenced in the error message. Ensure that it is