How To Fix R7279 - InfoObject &1 is locked by the Change and Transport Organizer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 279

• Message text: InfoObject &1 is locked by the Change and Transport Organizer

What causes this issue?

InfoObject &V1& is already blocked by another user. Alternatively, the
system may be set in such a way, that the InfoObject &V1& can not be
changed.

System Response

InfoObject &V1& can be displayed, but it can not be changed.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7279 - InfoObject &1 is locked by the Change and Transport Organizer ?

  The SAP error message R7279 indicates that an InfoObject is locked by the Change and Transport Organizer (CTO). This typically occurs when an InfoObject is being modified or transported, and it is locked to prevent changes from being made simultaneously by different users or processes.
  Cause:
  
  Active Transport Request: The InfoObject is part of a transport request that is currently being processed or has not been released.
  User Lock: Another user may have the InfoObject open for editing, which locks it for other users.
  Development Environment: The InfoObject is in a development environment where changes are being made, and the system prevents concurrent modifications.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE09 or SE10 to check if there are any transport requests that include the InfoObject in question.
  If you find a transport request that is still in the "modification" state, you may need to wait for it to be released or contact the user who is working on it.
  
  
  
  Release the Transport Request:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can release the transport request that is locking the InfoObject. This can be done in SE09/SE10 by selecting the request and choosing the "Release" option.
  
  
  
  Check for User Locks:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any user locks on the InfoObject. If you find a lock that is no longer needed, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Wait for Changes to Complete:
  
  If another user is actively working on the InfoObject, it may be best to wait until they have completed their changes and released the lock.
  
  
  
  Contact Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team for assistance. They can help identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate actions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Change and Transport Organizer (CTO): This is a tool in SAP that manages changes to objects in the system, allowing for organized transport of changes between different environments (development, quality assurance, production).
  User Lock Management: Understanding how user locks work in SAP can help in troubleshooting similar issues. Locks are typically managed through the database and can be viewed in transaction SM12.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Familiarity with TMS can help in understanding how transports are created, released, and moved between systems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R7279 error and gain access to the locked InfoObject.