How To Fix SR046 - Trusted system entry &1 is locked by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SR - RFC utilities

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Trusted system entry &1 is locked by user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SR046 - Trusted system entry &1 is locked by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message SR046 indicates that a trusted system entry is locked by a specific user. This typically occurs in the context of system landscape management, where systems are configured to trust each other for various operations, such as remote function calls (RFC) or single sign-on (SSO).
  Cause:
  The error message SR046 is triggered when:
  
  A trusted system entry (which is a configuration that allows one SAP system to trust another) is locked, preventing changes or access to that entry.
  The lock is usually placed by a user who is currently editing or has opened the trusted system entry for modification.
  The user who locked the entry may have left the session open or may not have properly released the lock.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SR046 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Locking User: Check which user has locked the trusted system entry. The error message provides the user ID (e.g., &2) that is currently holding the lock.
  
  
  Contact the User: If possible, contact the user who has locked the entry and ask them to log off or release the lock. They can do this by closing their session or navigating away from the trusted system entry.
  
  
  Release the Lock Manually:
  
  If the locking user is unavailable or cannot release the lock, you may need to manually release the lock. This can typically be done by a user with appropriate administrative privileges.
  Use transaction code SM12 to view and delete the lock entries. You can search for the user ID that is holding the lock and delete the corresponding lock entry.
  
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may also hold locks. Check if there are any background jobs running that might be using the trusted system entry.
  
  
  System Restart: In rare cases, if the lock cannot be released through the above methods, a system restart may be necessary. However, this should be done with caution and typically as a last resort.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  SU01: To manage user accounts and check user status.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on trusted systems and system landscape management.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to trusted system entries and locking mechanisms.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to manage trusted system entries to prevent unnecessary locks.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SR046 error and restore access to the trusted system entry.