How To Fix R7272 - The transfer routine of InfoObject &1 is locked by the CTO

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 272

• Message text: The transfer routine of InfoObject &1 is locked by the CTO

What causes this issue?

The transfer routine of InfoObject &1 is locked by the Change and
Transport Organizer. The routine has ID &V2&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7272 - The transfer routine of InfoObject &1 is locked by the CTO ?

  The SAP error message R7272 indicates that the transfer routine of a specific InfoObject is locked by the CTO (Change and Transport Organizer). This typically occurs when there is an ongoing transport or modification that is preventing changes to the InfoObject's transfer routine.
  Cause:
  
  Locked by CTO: The transfer routine is currently being modified or transported, which locks it for other users or processes.
  Concurrent Modifications: Another user or process may be editing the same InfoObject, leading to a lock.
  Transport Request: The InfoObject is part of a transport request that is currently being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lock Status: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the InfoObject. You can look for locks associated with your user ID or the specific InfoObject.
  Release Locks: If you find that the lock is unnecessary (e.g., a user has left a session open), you can release the lock if you have the necessary authorizations.
  Wait for Transport Completion: If the InfoObject is part of a transport request, you may need to wait until the transport is completed before making changes.
  Contact Basis Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP Basis team. They can provide insights into ongoing transports and help release locks if necessary.
  Check Transport Logs: Review transport logs to see if there are any issues with the transport that might be causing the lock.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SE01: To manage transport requests.
  SE09: To view transport requests.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to release locks or modify transport requests.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on transport management and handling locks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the error message R7272.