How To Fix W3021 - An error occurred when resetting the release of function module &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W3 - Messages for WebRFC

• Message number: 021

• Message text: An error occurred when resetting the release of function module &1

What causes this issue?

An error occured when you tried to reset the Internet release of the
function module &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Please check the names of all the released function modules and the
consistency of the table WWWFUNC.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W3021 - An error occurred when resetting the release of function module &1 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W3021 - An error occurred when resetting the release of function module &1
  
  Cause:
  This warning message typically occurs when there is an issue resetting the "release" status of a function module in the SAP system. The "release" status is related to the lock or transport status of the function module in the ABAP Workbench.
  Common causes include:
  
  The function module is locked by another user or process.
  The function module is part of a transport request that is locked or not released properly.
  Inconsistencies or issues in the function module's status in the repository.
  Insufficient authorizations to change the release status.
  System or database inconsistencies affecting the function module object.
  
  
  Explanation:
  When you change or modify a function module, SAP manages its status and transport layer information. Resetting the release means changing the status so that the function module can be modified or transported again. If SAP cannot reset this status due to locks, transport issues, or authorization problems, it raises this warning.
  
  Solution / How to Resolve:
  
  
  Check Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if the function module or related objects are locked by another user.
  If locks exist and are stale or unnecessary, coordinate with the user or release the lock carefully.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  Verify if the function module is assigned to a transport request that is locked or not released.
  Use transaction SE09 or SE10 to check transport requests.
  Release or unlock the transport request if possible.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to change or reset the release status of the function module.
  Relevant authorization objects include S_DEVELOP, S_TRANSPRT, etc.
  
  
  
  Check Function Module Status:
  
  Use transaction SE37 to display the function module.
  Try to activate or change the function module manually to see if any errors occur.
  If inconsistencies are found, try to regenerate or re-activate the function module.
  
  
  
  System Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks or use transaction SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) to check for inconsistencies.
  If necessary, perform a database consistency check or contact your Basis team.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to message W3021 for your specific SAP version.
  Sometimes, patches or corrections are available.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This message is a warning (W), not an error, so the system may still allow you to proceed, but the release status might not be updated correctly.
  It is important to resolve the underlying cause to avoid transport or development inconsistencies.
  The placeholder &1 in the message will be replaced by the name of the function module involved.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Message Class
  W3 (Function Module related messages)
  
  
  Message Number
  021
  
  
  Cause
  Lock, transport, authorization, or repository status issues when resetting release
  
  
  Solution
  Check locks (SM12), transport requests (SE09/SE10), authorizations, and function module status (SE37)
  
  
  Related Transactions
  SM12, SE09, SE10, SE37, SE03
  
  
  Notes
  Check SAP Notes for patches or known issues related to W3021
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact function module name or system context, I can help you look for more specific solutions or SAP Notes.