How To Fix 1X180 - The structure is locked by user &. It can only be displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1X - General hierarchy maintenance tool message

• Message number: 180

• Message text: The structure is locked by user &. It can only be displayed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1X180 - The structure is locked by user &. It can only be displayed ?

  The SAP error message 1X180 indicates that a particular structure (such as a table or a data structure) is currently locked by another user. This means that the structure is in use, and you cannot make changes to it until the lock is released. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: Another user is currently editing or has opened the structure in a way that locks it for modifications.
  Transaction in Progress: A transaction that involves the structure is still in progress, preventing other users from making changes.
  System Lock: Sometimes, system processes or background jobs may lock structures temporarily.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for Release: The simplest solution is to wait until the user who has locked the structure completes their work and releases the lock.
  Identify the Locking User: You can use transaction SM12 (Lock Entries) to check which user has locked the structure. This transaction will show you the list of locks and the users associated with them.
  Contact the User: If you identify the user who has the lock, you can contact them to see if they can release the lock or if they are done with their work.
  Force Release (if necessary): If the lock is not being released and you have the necessary authorizations, you can delete the lock entry in transaction SM12. However, this should be done with caution, as it may disrupt the work of the user who has the lock.
  Check for Background Jobs: If a background job is causing the lock, you can check transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) to see if there are any jobs running that might be holding the lock.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Lock Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. Locks can be either exclusive (preventing all other access) or shared (allowing read access but preventing write access).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  SE11: To view the structure definition (if you need to check the structure while it is locked).
  
  
  User Communication: It’s often helpful to communicate with your team about who is working on what to avoid conflicts and unnecessary locks.
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Always check for existing locks before starting work on a structure.
  Communicate with your team to coordinate work on shared resources.
  Use the locking mechanism judiciously to avoid unnecessary disruptions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue related to the SAP error message 1X180 effectively.