How To Fix >0553 - Item locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 553

• Message text: Item locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0553 - Item locked ?

  The SAP error message 0553 - Item locked typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify a document or item that is currently locked by another user or process. This locking mechanism is a part of SAP's concurrency control to ensure data integrity and prevent conflicts when multiple users are working on the same data.
  Causes:
  
  User Lock: Another user is currently editing or has locked the item/document.
  System Lock: The system may have a lock due to a background job or a transaction that is still processing.
  Incomplete Transactions: If a previous transaction was not completed properly, it may leave the item in a locked state.
  Database Locks: Sometimes, database-level locks can occur due to long-running queries or transactions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the item is locked by another user, you may need to wait until they finish their work and release the lock.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can see which user or process is holding the lock and, if necessary, you can delete the lock (if you have the appropriate permissions).
  Contact the User: If you identify the user who has locked the item, you can contact them to see if they can release the lock.
  Review Background Jobs: Check if there are any background jobs that might be holding locks on the item. You can use transaction code SM37 to monitor background jobs.
  System Administrator: If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance. They may have additional tools or permissions to resolve the lock.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SE11: Data dictionary to check table definitions and locks.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on locking mechanisms and troubleshooting.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on proper transaction completion to minimize the occurrence of locks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the issue.