How To Fix BORGR820 - Data is locked (user &1) and can only be displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BORGR - Messages Multi-Level Goods Receipt

• Message number: 820

• Message text: Data is locked (user &1) and can only be displayed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BORGR820 - Data is locked (user &1) and can only be displayed ?

  The SAP error message BORGR820 indicates that the data you are trying to access is currently locked by another user. This typically occurs in scenarios where multiple users are trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously, and SAP's locking mechanism prevents data inconsistencies.
  Cause:
  
  User Locking: Another user (identified by &1 in the error message) has locked the data for editing. This can happen if they are currently working on the data or if they have not properly released the lock after their session.
  Transaction in Progress: The user who locked the data may be in the middle of a transaction that requires exclusive access to the data.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may lead to more frequent locking scenarios, especially in high-transaction environments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for Release: The simplest solution is to wait until the other user completes their transaction and releases the lock. You can check with the user to see if they are still working on the data.
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction code SM12 to view the list of locks in the system. You can check which user has locked the data and the object that is locked.
  Unlock the Data: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually delete the lock from transaction SM12. However, this should be done with caution, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the other user is still working on the data.
  Check for Long-Running Transactions: If you frequently encounter this issue, investigate if there are long-running transactions that are causing locks to persist longer than necessary. Optimizing these transactions may help reduce locking issues.
  User Communication: If the locking is frequent, establish a communication protocol among users to avoid simultaneous access to the same data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage locks.
  SM21: Check system logs for any related issues.
  SM37: Monitor background jobs that may be causing locks.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to locking behavior in your specific version of SAP.
  Performance Tuning: Consider reviewing your system's performance and tuning it to reduce locking contention, especially in high-volume environments.
  
  Always ensure that any actions taken to resolve locking issues are in line with your organization's policies and procedures to maintain data integrity and system stability.