How To Fix 12190 - Batch &1 of material &2 is already locked by user &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 12 - Herstelldatum/Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum/Chargen

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Batch &1 of material &2 is already locked by user &3

What causes this issue?

Batch <LS>&V1&</> of material <LS>&V2&</> is currently locked and
cannot be edited. The lock was set during editing of another batch of
the material <LS>&V2&</> to ensure that the batches of this material
are classified consistently.
There a various classified batches for material <LS>&V2&</>, which
itself is not classified. At least one of these batches is being edited
in a parallel session, whereby the system set a lock for batch <LS>&V1&
</>. This lock should prevent different classes from being assigned to
these batches as a result of simultaneous editing of batches of
material <LS>&V2&</> in various sessions.

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?

Finish editing all batches of material <LS>&V1&</> in parallel
sessions.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 12190 - Batch &1 of material &2 is already locked by user &3 ?

  The SAP error message "12190: Batch &1 of material &2 is already locked by user &3" indicates that a specific batch of a material is currently locked by another user. This typically occurs when multiple users are trying to access or modify the same batch of material simultaneously, which can lead to data inconsistencies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently working on the same batch, which prevents other users from making changes until the lock is released.
  Long-running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold the lock longer than expected.
  System Errors: Sometimes, system errors or crashes can leave a lock in place even if the user is no longer active.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the other user to complete their transaction and release the lock. You can try again after some time.
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks.