How To Fix TK466 - &1 &2 has reset request &3 to the status 'Modifiable'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TK - Transport Organizer

• Message number: 466

• Message text: &1 &2 has reset request &3 to the status 'Modifiable'

What causes this issue?

User &V2& has changed the status of request &V3& from <LS>Release
started</> to <LS>Modifiable</>. The release may have terminated.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TK466 - &1 &2 has reset request &3 to the status 'Modifiable' ?

  The SAP error message TK466 indicates that a request (transport request) has been reset to the status 'Modifiable'. This typically occurs in the context of transport management within SAP systems, where changes made in the development environment are transported to other environments (like quality assurance or production).
  Cause:
  The error message TK466 can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Transport Request Status Change: The transport request was previously in a status that did not allow modifications (e.g., 'Released' or 'Completed'), and an action was taken that reset it to 'Modifiable'.
  Manual Intervention: A user or administrator may have manually reset the transport request status, possibly to allow further changes or corrections.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations or settings in the transport management system may lead to unexpected status changes.
  Transport Organizer Issues: There may be issues with the Transport Organizer or the transport directory that cause inconsistencies in request statuses.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue indicated by the TK466 message, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transport Request Status: Verify the current status of the transport request in the Transport Organizer (transaction SE09 or SE10). Ensure that it is indeed set to 'Modifiable' and understand why it was reset.
  
  
  Review Change History: Look into the change history of the transport request to identify who or what caused the status change. This can help in understanding if it was a necessary action or an error.
  
  
  Re-Release the Request: If the transport request needs to be transported again, you can re-release it. This can be done by selecting the request in the Transport Organizer and choosing the option to release it.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to transport management for any known issues or additional guidance on handling transport request statuses.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing actions on the transport request has the necessary authorizations to modify or release transport requests.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you suspect a deeper system issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding how TMS works in SAP can help in managing transport requests effectively.
  Transport Organizer Transactions: Familiarize yourself with transactions like SE09 (Workbench Requests) and SE10 (Customizing Requests) for managing transport requests.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to transport requests and their statuses.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the TK466 error message and manage your transport requests effectively.