How To Fix 68262 - Contract & is already locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 68 - Message for DARWIN Loans (continued)

• Message number: 262

• Message text: Contract & is already locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68262 - Contract & is already locked ?

  The SAP error message "68262 Contract & is already locked" typically indicates that a contract you are trying to access or modify is currently locked by another user or process. This locking mechanism is a part of SAP's concurrency control to prevent data inconsistencies that can arise from simultaneous updates.
  Causes:
  
  User Lock: Another user is currently editing or viewing the contract.
  System Lock: The contract may be locked due to a background job or a transaction that is still processing.
  Session Lock: A previous session may not have been closed properly, leaving the contract in a locked state.
  Database Lock: There may be a database-level lock due to ongoing transactions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Lock Entries:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can search for the specific contract number to see if it is locked and by whom.
  If you find that the lock is held by a user who is no longer active, you may have the option to delete the lock entry (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Contact the User:
  
  If another user is actively working on the contract, communicate with them to determine when they will finish their work.
  
  
  
  Wait and Retry:
  
  If the lock is temporary (e.g., due to a background job), wait for the process to complete and then try accessing the contract again.
  
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs:
  
  Use transaction code SM37 to check for any background jobs that might be processing the contract. If you find a job that is taking too long, you may need to investigate further.
  
  
  
  Session Management:
  
  Ensure that you do not have multiple sessions open that might be causing the lock. Close any unnecessary sessions.
  
  
  
  System Administrator Assistance:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance. They may have additional tools or authorizations to unlock the contract.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Lock Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to ensure data integrity. Locks can be at the user level or at the database level.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  SE11: To check the database table structure if needed.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage locks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the issue.