How To Fix BT062 - Event & locked by user &

BT062 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Event & locked by user &

What causes this issue?

The SAP system was unable to lock an event definition for your use
because another user is already working with the definition.

System Response

Access to definition denied.

How to fix this error?

Try to edit the event definition again later.
You can also find out which user is editing the event definition with
<DS:TRAN.SM12>the lock management system</> or with <DS:TRAN.SM04>the
user management system</> (look for transaction SM62).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT062 - Event & locked by user & ?

  The SAP error message BT062 typically indicates that a business transaction (event) is locked by a user. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of business workflows or transaction processing, where multiple users may attempt to access or modify the same data simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  
  User Locking: A user has locked the event or transaction, preventing other users from accessing or modifying it.
  Incomplete Processing: A previous transaction may not have been completed properly, leaving the event in a locked state.
  System Errors: Technical issues or system errors may lead to a lock being held on the event.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction takes too long to process, it may inadvertently lock the event for other users.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks held by users. You can filter by the user ID or the object type to find the specific lock.
  Release the Lock: If you have the