How To Fix UACC077 - Object &1 is locked and cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UACC - Message Class for Concurrent Costing Adapter

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Object &1 is locked and cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

The object is locked and therefore cannot be deleted.

System Response

The object is not deleted.

How to fix this error?

The object must be unlocked before you can delete it.

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 UACC077 - Object &1 is locked and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message UACC077 indicates that an object (such as a table, program, or other repository object) is locked and cannot be deleted. This typically occurs when the object is currently being used or modified by another user or process, or if it is locked due to a previous operation that did not complete successfully.
  Causes:
  
  Object in Use: The object is currently being accessed or modified by another user or transaction.
  Lock Entries: There may be lock entries in the system that prevent the deletion of the object.
  Transport Requests: The object might be part of a transport request that is currently being processed.
  Development Workbench: If the object is in the development workbench, it may be locked due to ongoing development activities.
  System Errors: Previous errors or system crashes may have left the object in a locked state.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Lock Entries:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries related to the object. You can filter by the object name or user.
  If you find a lock that is no longer needed, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Identify Users:
  
  Use transaction code SM04 to see which users are currently logged in and may be using the object.
  Communicate with the user(s) to determine if they can release the lock.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the object is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is completed or released before attempting to delete the object.
  
  
  
  Development Environment:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that no other developers are currently working on the object.
  You may also want to check if the object is in a package that is locked.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart may help clear any lingering locks, but this should be done with caution and typically as a last resort.
  
  
  
  Contact Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP Basis team for assistance. They may have additional tools or access to resolve the lock.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM04: User overview to see active sessions.
  SE03: Transport Organizer Tools to manage transport requests.
  
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to view and delete locks or objects.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on object locking and management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the UACC077 error.