How To Fix 0T087 - Editing is locked by user '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0T - WBO Configuration Editor / SE06

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Editing is locked by user '&1'

What causes this issue?

The transport route configuration cannot be edited, since editing is
locked by user &V1& in another session.

System Response

Display only.

How to fix this error?

If you are the user who has locked editing, then check the lock in the
transaction SM12. Specify TCEVERS* as the lock argument.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0T087 - Editing is locked by user '&1' ?

  The SAP error message "0T087 Editing is locked by user '&1'" indicates that a particular object or data record in the SAP system is currently locked for editing by another user. This is a common scenario in multi-user environments where concurrent access to data is managed to prevent conflicts and data integrity issues.
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: The user identified by &1 has locked the object for editing. This could be due to them actively working on it or having left the session open.
  Transaction in Progress: The user may be in the middle of a transaction that requires exclusive access to the data.
  System Lock: Sometimes, system processes or background jobs may lock certain objects temporarily.
  Unfinished Sessions: If a user has not properly logged out or has an unfinished session, it may leave the object locked.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for the user to finish their work and release the lock may be the simplest solution.
  Contact the User: If you know who the user is, you can reach out to them to see if they can release the lock.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can see which user has locked the object and potentially delete the lock if necessary (with appropriate permissions).
  Release Lock: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually delete the lock entry in SM12. Be cautious with this approach, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the user is still working on the object.
  System Administrator: If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance. They can provide insights into the lock and help resolve it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  SU01: To manage user accounts and check user status.
  
  
  Lock Management: Understanding how SAP handles locks can help in troubleshooting. SAP uses various types of locks (e.g., exclusive locks, shared locks) to manage data integrity.
  User Sessions: Encourage users to log out properly after their work to avoid leaving locks in place.
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly monitor and manage user sessions to prevent unnecessary locks.
  Educate users on proper session management and the importance of releasing locks.
  Implement a process for handling long-running transactions that may lead to locks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the "0T087 Editing is locked by user '&1'" error effectively.