How To Fix 6P059 - Material is locked for modeling

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6P - Messages for planned independent requirements (Appl.area 60)

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Material is locked for modeling

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6P059 - Material is locked for modeling ?

  The SAP error message 6P059 indicates that a material is locked for modeling. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules where materials are being managed and modeled for various purposes, such as production, planning, or inventory management.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Material Locking: The material is currently locked by another user or process. This can happen if someone is editing the material or if a background job is running that is using the material.
  Modeling Process: The material is in a state that does not allow changes, possibly due to being part of a modeling process that is not yet complete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to modify the material, leading to a lock being enforced.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may enforce locks on materials during specific processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Lock Status:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check if the material is locked by another user. If you find a lock, you can either wait for the user to release it or, if appropriate, you can delete the lock (ensure you have the necessary authorizations to do this).
  
  
  
  Review User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify the material. If not, contact your SAP administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Complete Pending Processes:
  
  If the material is part of a modeling process, check if there are any pending tasks or processes that need to be completed before the material can be unlocked.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines related to the modeling process in your organization to ensure compliance with procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and SM12 (Display and Delete Locks) for managing materials and locks.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly manage materials and understand the implications of locking mechanisms in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.