How To Fix RSTRAN402 - Formula &1 is locked by the Change and Transport Organizer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSTRAN - Messages for Transformation

• Message number: 402

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

What causes this issue?

The formula &V1& is already locked in requests from other users or the
system is set so that the formula &V1& cannot be modified.

System Response

You can display the formula &V1&, but not modify it.

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 RSTRAN402 - Formula &1 is locked by the Change and Transport Organizer ?

  The SAP error message RSTRAN402 indicates that a formula (in this case, represented by &1) is locked by the Change and Transport Organizer (CTO). This typically occurs when a formula is being edited or transported, and it is not available for changes or execution due to the lock.
  Cause:
  
  Active Lock: The formula is currently being edited or is in a transport request, which prevents other users from making changes.
  Transport Request: The formula might be included in a transport request that is not yet released or is currently being processed.
  User Lock: Another user might have the formula open in a session, causing a lock.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Status:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the formula. You can search for the user who has locked the formula and see if it can be released.
  
  
  
  Release Transport Request:
  
  If the formula is part of a transport request, ensure that the request is released. You can do this using transaction code SE09 or SE10.
  
  
  
  Wait for Release:
  
  If another user is working on the formula, you may need to wait until they finish their work and release the lock.
  
  
  
  Contact Administrator:
  
  If you cannot resolve the issue, contact your SAP Basis administrator. They can help identify the lock and, if necessary, release it.
  
  
  
  Check for Active Sessions:
  
  Ensure that no other sessions are actively using the formula. If you find an active session, you may need to coordinate with the user to close it.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Change and Transport Organizer (CTO): This is a tool in SAP that manages changes to the system, including development objects like formulas. Understanding how transport requests work can help in managing locks effectively.
  Lock Management: Familiarize yourself with how locks are managed in SAP, as this can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the RSTRAN402 error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSTRAN402 error and regain access to the locked formula.