How To Fix TK002 - &1 is locked in request/task &2, display only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TK - Transport Organizer

• Message number: 002

• Message text: &1 is locked in request/task &2, display only

What causes this issue?

The object "&V3&" "&V1&" is locked by request/task "&V2&". There is no
network with this request/task.

System Response

The request lock that is required for editing the object directory
entry cannot be created. You can only display the object directory
entry.

How to fix this error?

If you want to edit the object directory entry, contact the owner of
the request/task "&V2&" to tell them to
release "&V2&" and therefore remove the lock
merge your request/task with the request/task &V2& (choose
<LS>Utilities</> -> <LS>Reorganize</> -> <LS>Reassign task</> or
<LS>Merge requests</>).
create an appropriate task for you under the same request.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TK002 - &1 is locked in request/task &2, display only ?

  The SAP error message "TK002 &1 is locked in request/task &2, display only" typically indicates that a transport request or task is locked, preventing changes from being made to it. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when a transport request is being edited by another user or when a previous transport process has not been completed.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing the transport request or task.
  Incomplete Transport: A transport process was interrupted or not completed, leaving the request in a locked state.
  System Lock: The system may have a lock on the request due to a previous operation that did not release the lock properly.
  Transport Organizer: The request is in a state that does not allow modifications, such as being released or imported.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Status:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the transport request. You can filter by the user or the transport request number to see if another user has it locked.
  If you find a lock that should not be there, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Wait for Release:
  
  If another user is working on the request, you may need to wait until they finish and release the lock.
  
  
  
  Complete Pending Processes:
  
  Ensure that any pending transport processes are completed. This may involve checking the transport logs or using transaction STMS to monitor transport requests.
  
  
  
  Transport Organizer:
  
  If the request is in a released state, you may need to create a new transport request for further changes.
  
  
  
  Contact Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to contact your SAP Basis team for assistance. They can help identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate actions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE09 / SE10: Transport Organizer to view and manage transport requests.
  SM12: To view and manage locks in the system.
  STMS: Transport Management System for monitoring transport requests.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage transport requests and locks.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on transport management and handling locks.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate actions to resolve the issue.