How To Fix BSP_DLC_CONFIG_API005 - Configuration cannot be deleted since it is not locked

BSP_DLC_CONFIG_API005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BSP_DLC_CONFIG_API - For Configuration API (internal use)

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Configuration cannot be deleted since it is not locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BSP_DLC_CONFIG_API005 - Configuration cannot be deleted since it is not locked ?

  The SAP error message BSP_DLC_CONFIG_API005 indicates that a configuration cannot be deleted because it is not locked. This typically occurs in the context of Business Server Pages (BSP) applications where configurations are managed.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to delete a BSP configuration that is not currently locked. In SAP, configurations can be locked to prevent changes while they are being used or modified. If a configuration is not locked, the system does not allow deletion to ensure that there are no unintended consequences or data integrity issues.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Lock Status:
  
  Go to the BSP configuration management transaction (usually SE80 or BSP_APPLICATION).
  Check the status of the configuration you are trying to delete. If it is not locked, you may need to lock it first.
  
  
  
  Lock the Configuration:
  
  If the configuration is not locked, you can lock it manually. This can usually be done in the