How To Fix 53183 - Order locked or error occurred during order locking

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 53 - Incentive Wages Data

• Message number: 183

• Message text: Order locked or error occurred during order locking

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 53183 - Order locked or error occurred during order locking ?

  The SAP error message 53183, which states "Order locked or error occurred during order locking," typically occurs in the context of production orders, maintenance orders, or other types of orders in SAP. This error indicates that the order you are trying to access or modify is currently locked, preventing you from performing the desired action.
  Causes:
  
  Order Locking by Another User: Another user may have the order open in a transaction, which locks the order for editing.
  System Lock: The system may have locked the order due to a previous transaction that did not complete successfully.
  Background Jobs: A background job may be processing the order, causing it to be locked temporarily.
  Database Lock: There may be a database-level lock on the order due to ongoing transactions or updates.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues or bugs in the SAP system that are causing the locking mechanism to malfunction.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Active Sessions: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any active locks on the order. You can see which user has locked the order and take appropriate action.
  Wait and Retry: If the order is locked by another user, you may need to wait until they finish their work and release the lock.
  Release Locks: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually release the lock using transaction SM12. Be cautious with this approach, as it may disrupt another user's work.
  Check Background Jobs: Use transaction SM37 to check if there are any background jobs that might be processing the order. If a job is running, you may need to wait for it to complete.
  System Restart: In some cases, a system restart may be necessary to clear any persistent locks, but this should be done with caution and typically requires coordination with your SAP Basis team.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, it may be necessary to contact your SAP support team for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (to view and manage locks), SM37 (to monitor background jobs), and SE11 (to check database tables).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage locks in the system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on order management and locking mechanisms.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the SAP error message 53183.