How To Fix SCTS_DIST_CTL_ORGNZE072 - Could not change owner (&2) of collection &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTS_DIST_CTL_ORGNZE - Organizer-Specific Messages for Central CTS

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Could not change owner (&2) of collection &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTS_DIST_CTL_ORGNZE072 - Could not change owner (&2) of collection &1 ?

  The SAP error message SCTS_DIST_CTL_ORGNZE072 indicates that there was an issue changing the owner of a collection in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Transport Management System (TMS) or when dealing with transport requests and collections.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to change the owner may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Locking Issues: The collection or transport request may be locked by another user or process, preventing changes.
  Invalid Collection or Owner: The specified collection or the new owner may not exist or may be incorrectly specified.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues within the transport management system or the underlying database.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to change the owner of the collection. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Locks:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the collection or transport request. If you find any locks, you may need to wait for the other process to complete or contact the user who holds the lock.
  
  
  
  Verify Collection and Owner:
  
  Double-check that the collection ID and the new owner ID are correct. Ensure that the new owner exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Management Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the Transport Management System (TMS) to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This includes checking the transport routes and system landscape.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant details about the actions leading to the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE09 (Transport Organizer), SE10 (Transport Organizer for Administrators), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) for troubleshooting.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding how TMS works and its configuration can help in diagnosing transport-related issues.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Review the roles assigned to users in your SAP system to ensure they have the necessary permissions for transport activities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message SCTS_DIST_CTL_ORGNZE072.