How To Fix TR393 - &1 requests that could not be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TR - Change and Transport System

• Message number: 393

• Message text: &1 requests that could not be changed

What causes this issue?

You cannot make changes to a request for one of the following reasons:
The objects in the request do not all have the same target system.
The request contains errors.
The request cannot be changed automatically (see the long text of the
request).
The request is locked.

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 TR393 - &1 requests that could not be changed ?

  The SAP error message TR393 indicates that there are requests in the Transport Organizer that cannot be changed. This typically occurs in the context of transport requests in SAP, which are used to move changes from one environment to another (e.g., from development to quality assurance or production).
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Transport Request Status: The transport request may be in a status that does not allow changes, such as being released or closed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the transport request.
  Locked Objects: The objects within the transport request may be locked by another user or process.
  Transport Directory Issues: There may be issues with the transport directory or the transport management system configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TR393 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transport Request Status:
  
  Go to the Transport Organizer (transaction code SE09 or SE10) and check the status of the transport request. If it is released, you will need to create a new transport request or revert the status if possible.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify the transport request. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Unlock Objects:
  
  If the objects in the transport request are locked, you can check the lock entries using transaction code SM12. If you find any locks that are preventing changes, you can unlock them if you have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Directory:
  
  Ensure that the transport directory is correctly configured and that there are no issues with the transport management system. You may need to consult with your Basis team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Create a New Transport Request:
  
  If the transport request cannot be modified due to its status, consider creating a new transport request for the changes you need to make.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE09: Transport Organizer (for workbench requests)
  SE10: Transport Organizer (for customizing requests)
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SE03: Transport Organizer Tools (for additional transport management tasks)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to transport issues for any specific fixes or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on transport management and handling transport requests.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.