How To Fix TR059 - Object &1 is being edited by &2 &3 &4 in another system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TR - Change and Transport System

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Object &1 is being edited by &2 &3 &4 in another system

What causes this issue?

The object &V1& is being edited in another system, which means that it
is locked for editing in another system for &V2& &V3& &V4&.

System Response

You may need to edit this object in this system in an emergency and the
system allows you to do this.

How to fix this error?

If the same object is edited in both systems at the same time, an
adjustment must be made when the changes made in the other system are
copied to this system.
Contact &V4&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TR059 - Object &1 is being edited by &2 &3 &4 in another system ?

  The SAP error message TR059 indicates that a transport object (denoted by &1) is currently being edited or locked by another user or process (&2 &3 &4) in a different system. This typically occurs in a transport management scenario where multiple systems (like Development, Quality Assurance, and Production) are involved, and it can lead to conflicts if multiple users attempt to edit the same object simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Editing: Another user is currently editing the same transport object in a different SAP system.
  Transport Lock: The object is locked due to an ongoing transport process or a previous session that did not release the lock properly.
  System Configuration: The transport landscape may not be configured correctly, leading to issues with object locking.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the object is being edited by another user, the simplest solution is to wait until they finish their work and release the lock. You can check with the user to see if they are done.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries related to the object. If you find a lock that should not be there (e.g., from a previous session), you can delete it if you have the necessary authorizations.
  Transport Organizer: Use transaction code SE09 or SE10 to check the transport requests and see if there are any issues with the transport of the object.
  System Administration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate if there are any underlying issues with the transport management system or if there are any system inconsistencies.
  Communication: If you are in a team environment, communicate with your colleagues to ensure that no one else is working on the same object.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding how TMS works can help in managing transports and resolving conflicts.
  Lock Management: Familiarize yourself with how SAP handles locks and how to manage them using transaction codes like SM12 (for lock entries) and SM21 (for system logs).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage transport requests and locks.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.