How To Fix SCTS_TR_LOCK006 - TMS QA procedure is active in &1; therefore not poss. to set transp. lock

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTS_TR_LOCK -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: TMS QA procedure is active in &1; therefore not poss. to set transp. lock

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTS_TR_LOCK006 - TMS QA procedure is active in &1; therefore not poss. to set transp. lock ?

  The SAP error message SCTS_TR_LOCK006 indicates that the Transport Management System (TMS) Quality Assurance (QA) procedure is currently active in the specified system (denoted by &1). This means that the system is in a state where it cannot set a transport lock, which is necessary for certain transport operations.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The TMS QA procedure is enabled in the system, which is designed to ensure that transports are properly validated before they are moved to the production environment.
  The system is trying to perform a transport operation (like releasing or importing a transport request) while the QA procedure is active, which prevents the transport lock from being set.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the QA Procedure Status:
  
  Go to the TMS configuration in the SAP system and check if the QA procedure is indeed active for the system in question.
  
  
  
  Deactivate the QA Procedure:
  
  If you determine that the QA procedure is not needed for the current transport operation, you can deactivate it temporarily. This can usually be done in the TMS configuration settings.
  Navigate to the TMS configuration (transaction STMS), and then to the Transport Routes. From there, you can manage the QA settings.
  
  
  
  Perform the Transport Operation:
  
  Once the QA procedure is deactivated, try to perform the transport operation again.
  
  
  
  Re-enable the QA Procedure:
  
  After completing the necessary transport operations, it is advisable to re-enable the QA procedure to maintain the integrity and quality of the transport process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): TMS is a tool in SAP that manages the transport of objects between different SAP systems (like Development, Quality Assurance, and Production).
  QA Procedure: This is a process that ensures that transports are validated and tested before they are moved to production, helping to prevent issues in the live environment.
  Transport Lock: A transport lock is a mechanism that prevents other transport operations from interfering with the current operation, ensuring data consistency.
  
  Additional Considerations:
  
  Always ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the TMS settings.
  It is a good practice to document any changes made to the QA procedure and inform relevant stakeholders to avoid confusion.
  If you are unsure about deactivating the QA procedure, consult with your SAP Basis team or a qualified SAP consultant to ensure that it aligns with your organization's transport strategy.