How To Fix RSTT0520 - Activation currently not possible due to locked objects

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSTT0 - Trace Tool: Message Class Engine Layer

• Message number: 520

• Message text: Activation currently not possible due to locked objects

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSTT0520 - Activation currently not possible due to locked objects ?

  The SAP error message RSTT0520, which states "Activation currently not possible due to locked objects," typically occurs when there are objects in the system that are locked, preventing the activation of certain changes or objects in the Transport Management System (TMS) or during the activation of ABAP programs, function modules, or other repository objects.
  Cause:
  
  
  Locked Objects: The primary cause of this error is that certain objects are locked in the SAP system. This can happen due to:
  
  Ongoing transport requests that have not been released.
  Objects being edited or modified by another user or session.
  A previous activation process that did not complete successfully, leaving objects in a locked state.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests: If a transport request is in a "locked" state, it can prevent the activation of objects that are part of that request.
  
  
  User Locks: If a user has locked an object for editing, it cannot be activated until the lock is released.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSTT0520 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for user locks. Look for any locks related to the objects you are trying to activate.
  If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can delete them (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  Use transaction code SE01 or SE09 to check the status of transport requests. Ensure that there are no requests that are in a "locked" state.
  If a transport request is locked, you may need to release it or unlock it.
  
  
  
  Release Transport Requests:
  
  If the transport request is not needed, you can delete it or release it if it is in a "modification" state.
  
  
  
  Check for Active Sessions:
  
  Ensure that no other users are currently editing the same objects. You can check active sessions using transaction code SM04.
  
  
  
  Restart the Activation:
  
  After resolving any locks, try to activate the object again. You can do this through the relevant transaction (e.g., SE80 for repository objects).
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart may be necessary to clear any lingering locks, especially if they are not being released properly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage user locks.
  SE01: Transport Organizer.
  SE09: Workbench Organizer.
  SE80: Object Navigator for activating objects.
  
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to unlock objects or release transport requests.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSTT0520 error and successfully activate the required objects in your SAP system.