How To Fix TPM_CTY040 - Object is locked for editing by &1 in SCPE_PQ1; try again later

TPM_CTY040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TPM_CTY - Message class for Commodities

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Object is locked for editing by &1 in SCPE_PQ1; try again later

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TPM_CTY040 - Object is locked for editing by &1 in SCPE_PQ1; try again later ?

  The SAP error message TPM_CTY040 indicates that a specific object is currently locked for editing by another user or process. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) or similar modules where multiple users may attempt to access or modify the same object simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing the object, which prevents others from making changes until the lock is released.
  Session Timeout: A previous session may not have released the lock due to a timeout or an unexpected termination.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations or settings in the SAP system may lead to objects being locked for longer than necessary.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the other user to finish editing the object and then try again later.
  Identify the Lock: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can check who is currently locking the object:
  Use transaction code SM12 to view and