How To Fix AUTH_WIZ007 - Cancel: The role &1 is currently locked by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AUTH_WIZ - Authorization Wizard

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Cancel: The role &1 is currently locked by user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AUTH_WIZ007 - Cancel: The role &1 is currently locked by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message AUTH_WIZ007 indicates that a specific role is currently locked by another user, preventing you from making changes or performing actions on that role. This typically occurs in the context of role management within the SAP system, particularly when using transaction codes like PFCG (Profile Generator).
  
  Cause:
  
  Role Locking: The role you are trying to access is locked by another user. This can happen if another user is currently editing the role or if a previous session did not release the lock properly.
  Session Timeout: If a user has been inactive for a while, their session may still hold a lock on the role.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may lead to roles being locked for extended periods.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the user who has locked the role is actively working on it, the simplest solution is to wait until they finish and release the lock.
  Identify the Locking