How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG373 - Error while using transport request; content build is locked

/STMC/CR_MSG373 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 373

• Message text: Error while using transport request; content build is locked

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/STMC/CR_MSG373 - Details

• The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG373 indicates that there is an issue with a transport request due to a locked content build. This typically occurs when the transport request is in a state that prevents changes or when the transport directory is locked for some reason.
  
  Cause:
  
  Locked Transport Request: The transport request may be locked because it is currently being processed or has been locked by another user or process.
  Incomplete Transport: The transport request may not have been completed properly, leading to a lock.
  Transport Directory Issues: There may be issues with the transport directory on the file system level, such as file locks or permissions.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to modify or release the transport request.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Status:
  
  Use transaction SE01 (Transport Organizer) to check the status of the transport request. Look for any locks and see if another user is currently working on it.
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