How To Fix AQV126 - Unable to delete functional area & at present (locked by &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQV - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Unable to delete functional area & at present (locked by &)

What causes this issue?

The functional area cannot be deleted at the moment because the user
group catalog is locked.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Delete the functional area at a later time.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQV126 - Unable to delete functional area & at present (locked by &) ?

  The SAP error message AQV126 indicates that there is an attempt to delete a functional area, but the operation cannot be completed because the functional area is currently locked by another user or process. This is a common issue in SAP systems where data integrity and concurrent access are managed through locking mechanisms.
  Cause:
  
  Locking by Another User: Another user is currently using the functional area, which prevents deletion.
  Background Jobs: A background job may be processing data related to the functional area, causing it to be locked.
  Transaction in Progress: A transaction that involves the functional area is still open or has not been completed.
  System Lock: The system may have a lock due to a previous operation that did not complete successfully.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Lock:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks. You can filter by the user or the object type to find out who is holding the lock.
  Look for the functional area in question and see which user or process is locking it.
  
  
  
  Wait for Release:
  
  If the lock is held by another user, you may need to wait until they complete their transaction.
  
  
  
  Contact the User:
  
  If you identify the user holding the lock, you can contact them to see if they can release it.
  
  
  
  Terminate the Lock:
  
  If necessary and if you have the appropriate authorizations, you can delete the lock from SM12. However, this should be done with caution as it may lead to data inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check Background Jobs:
  
  Use transaction code SM37 to check for any background jobs that might be using the functional area. If you find any, you may need to wait for them to complete or terminate them if they are stuck.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Logs:
  
  Check transaction logs or system logs for any errors that might indicate why the functional area is locked.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Functional Area: In SAP, a functional area is a part of the organizational structure that is used for reporting and controlling purposes.
  Lock Management: SAP uses a locking mechanism to ensure that data is not changed by multiple users simultaneously, which helps maintain data integrity.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view locks and terminate them if needed.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or technical support for further investigation.