How To Fix TK173 - Target request &1 is being edited by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TK - Transport Organizer

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Target request &1 is being edited by user &2

What causes this issue?

Task &V3& cannot be released to request &V1& because the request is
currently being edited by user &V2& and is therefore protected by a
temporary lock.

System Response

The function was canceled.

How to fix this error?

Contact user &V2&. Once the temporary lock has been removed, you can
repeat the function
<ZH>Note:</>
The editing lock can be viewed in transaction SM12. Restrict the display
to user &V2&.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TK173 - Target request &1 is being edited by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message TK173 indicates that a target request (usually a transport request) is currently being edited by another user. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when multiple users are trying to work on the same transport request simultaneously.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  A transport request is locked by a user who is currently editing it.
  The system prevents other users from making changes to the same request to avoid conflicts and data integrity issues.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the User: Check who is currently editing the transport request. You can do this by using transaction code SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) and then selecting "Display Locks" to see which user has locked the request.
  
  
  Wait for Release: If the user is actively working on the request, the simplest solution is to wait until they finish and release the lock.
  
  
  Contact the User: If you know the user who is editing the request, you can contact them to see if they can finish their work or release the lock.
  
  
  Unlock the Request: If the user is no longer available (e.g., they have logged off or are not responding), a system administrator can unlock the request. This can be done using transaction code SM12 (Display and Delete Locks). However, this should be done with caution, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the user was in the middle of making changes.
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may also hold locks on transport requests. Ensure that no background jobs are running that might be causing the lock.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding how the TMS works can help in managing transport requests effectively.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to work with transport requests.
  Best Practices: Establishing best practices for managing transport requests can help minimize conflicts, such as assigning specific requests to specific users or teams.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TK173 error and continue working with your transport requests in SAP.