How To Fix TR072 - &1 &2 &3 locked in &4, COMNT flag cannot be modified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TR - Change and Transport System

• Message number: 072

• Message text: &1 &2 &3 locked in &4, COMNT flag cannot be modified

What causes this issue?

The object &V1& &V2& &V3& is locked in the request &V4&.

System Response

The flag for competing edits (field COMNT) in the lock table for
changes in another system (table TLOCKCIO) can only be deleted if the
object is unlocked.

How to fix this error?

Release the request &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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TR072 - &1 &2 &3 locked in &4, COMNT flag cannot be modified ?

  The SAP error message TR072 indicates that a transport request is locked, and as a result, the COMNT (comment) flag cannot be modified. This error typically occurs in the context of transport management when trying to modify or release a transport request that is currently locked by another user or process.
  Cause:
  
  Locked Transport Request: The transport request is locked because it is being processed by another user or is in a state that prevents modifications.
  User Session: A user may have an active session that is holding the lock on the transport request.
  Incomplete Transport: The transport request may not have been completed properly, leading to a lock.
  System Issues: There may be underlying system issues or inconsistencies in the transport management system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Status:
  
  Use transaction code SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) to check the lock status of the transport request.
  You can also use transaction code SM12 to view and delete locks held by users.
  
  
  
  Release the Lock:
  
  If you find that the transport request is locked by a user who is no longer active, you can delete the lock using SM12. Be cautious when doing this, as it may affect other users.
  
  
  
  Check for Active Sessions:
  
  Ensure that no other users are currently working on the transport request. If they are, coordinate with them to release the lock.
  
  
  
  Transport Request Status:
  
  Verify the status of the transport request. If it is in a "modification" state, ensure that all necessary changes are completed before attempting to modify the COMNT flag.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart may help clear any lingering locks or issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult your SAP Basis team for further investigation. They may need to check for any underlying issues in the transport management system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE03: Transport Organizer Tools
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer for managing transport requests
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to transport management and locking issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on transport management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TR072 error and modify the COMNT flag as needed.