How To Fix TR251 - Entry in & for & already locked

TR251 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TR - Change and Transport System

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Entry in & for & already locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TR251 - Entry in & for & already locked ?

  The SAP error message TR251 ("Entry in & for & already locked") typically occurs when there is an attempt to modify or access a transport request that is already locked by another user or process. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when multiple users are trying to work on the same transport request simultaneously or when a transport request is being processed in the background.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently working on the same transport request.
  Incomplete Transport: A transport request may be in the process of being released or imported, causing it to be locked.
  System Lock: The system may have a lock due to a previous operation that did not complete successfully.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can filter by the user or the transport request number to see if there are any active locks.
  Release Locks: If you find