How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV033 - Transportation unit &1/&2 could not be unlocked

/SCWM/SHP_RCV033 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Transportation unit &1/&2 could not be unlocked

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/SCWM/SHP_RCV033 - Details

• The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV033 indicates that a transportation unit (TU) could not be unlocked. This error typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an attempt to modify or delete a transportation unit that is currently locked.
  Causes:
  
  Active Processes: The transportation unit is currently being processed by another transaction or user, which prevents it from being unlocked.
  Incomplete Transactions: There may be ongoing transactions related to the transportation unit that have not been completed.
  System Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If a TU is locked by a user or process, it cannot be modified until it is released.
  Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs or batch processes may hold locks on transportation units.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Active Sessions: Verify if another user or session is currently working on the transportation unit. You can use transaction code SM12 to check for locks and see if