How To Fix RSDF012 - Data flow &1 is locked by the Change and Transport Organizer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDF - Messages: Data Flow Object

• Message number: 012

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

What causes this issue?

InfoObject is locked by another user. Alternatively, the system may be
configured so that the InfoObject cannot be changed.

System Response

InfoObject can be displayed, but it cannot 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 RSDF012 - Data flow &1 is locked by the Change and Transport Organizer ?

  The SAP error message RSDF012 indicates that a data flow is locked by the Change and Transport Organizer (CTO). This typically occurs when a data flow is being modified or transported, and it prevents other users from making changes to that data flow until the lock is released.
  Cause:
  
  Active Transport Request: The data flow is currently part of a transport request that is being processed.
  Modification in Progress: Another user or process is currently modifying the data flow, which locks it for other users.
  System Lock: The system may have a lock due to a previous operation that did not complete successfully.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: 
  
  Go to the Transport Organizer (transaction SE09 or SE10) and check if there are any transport requests that include the data flow in question. If you find one, you may need to wait for it to be released or contact the person responsible for that transport.
  
  
  
  Release Locks: 
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can check for locks using transaction SM12. Look for locks related to the data flow and release them if they are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion: 
  
  If another user is working on the data flow, you may need to wait until they finish their changes and the lock is released.
  
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs: 
  
  Sometimes, background jobs may also lock data flows. Check transaction SM37 for any running jobs that might be affecting the data flow.
  
  
  
  Contact Basis Team: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to contact your SAP Basis team for assistance. They can help identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on the Change and Transport Organizer and data flow management.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to view and manage transport requests and locks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSDF012 error and take the necessary actions to resolve it.