How To Fix AUT027 - Table &1 locked by user &2. Start in display mode

AUT027 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AUT - Messages for Enhancement for Audit Trails

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Table &1 locked by user &2. Start in display mode

What causes this issue?

You cannot edit the chosen table at present, as it is currently being
used. However, you need the table to be able to change data in the
transaction. The transaction is therefore being started in display
mode.

System Response

The table is currently locked by the system.

How to fix this error?

Try to start the transaction again later. To unlock the table, you can
contact the user who is currently editing the table.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AUT027 - Table &1 locked by user &2. Start in display mode ?

  The SAP error message AUT027 indicates that a specific table (denoted by &1) is currently locked by a user (denoted by &2), and as a result, you are only able to access it in display mode. This typically occurs when a user is performing an operation that requires exclusive access to the table, such as editing or updating data.
  
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: Another user is currently editing or has locked the table for some reason, preventing other users from making changes.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold a lock on the table for an extended period.
  Uncommitted Changes: If a user has made changes to the table but has not yet committed those changes, the lock will remain in place.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations or settings in the SAP system may lead to more frequent locking of tables.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for Release: The simplest solution is to wait until the