How To Fix APPL_MM_PUR_SOS006 - Info record &1 is currently locked by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_PUR_SOS - Messages for Source of Supply

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Info record &1 is currently locked by user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_SOS006 - Info record &1 is currently locked by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_SOS006 indicates that an info record (specifically a purchasing info record) is currently locked by another user. This typically occurs when one user is editing or viewing the info record, preventing other users from making changes until the lock is released.
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: The info record is being accessed by another user, which creates a lock on that record.
  Transaction in Progress: A user may be in the middle of a transaction that involves the info record, such as creating, changing, or displaying it.
  System Error: Occasionally, a system error or crash may leave a lock in place even after the user has exited the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the other user to finish their transaction. Once they are done, the lock will be released automatically.
  Identify the Locking User: You can check who is currently locking the info record. This can be done using transaction code SM12 (Display and Delete Locks). Here, you can see the user who has locked the record and the transaction they are using.
  Contact the Locking User: If possible, contact the user who has the lock and ask them to complete their transaction or release the lock.
  Release the Lock: If the locking user is unavailable and you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually delete the lock in transaction SM12. However, this should be done with caution, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the user is still working on the record.
  Check for System Issues: If locks are persisting without a clear reason, it may indicate a system issue. In such cases, consult your SAP Basis team to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  ME11/ME12: To create or change purchasing info records.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to access and modify info records.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to locking behavior in your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the APPL_MM_PUR_SOS006 error and continue working with the purchasing info records in SAP.