How To Fix C2188 - Initiating object record &1 is locked by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Initiating object record &1 is locked by user &2

What causes this issue?

Initiating object &V1& is locked by user &V2&. The related procurement
elements cannot searched for.

How to fix this error?

You should try again later.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C2188 - Initiating object record &1 is locked by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message C2188 indicates that an attempt to initiate an object record (such as a material, vendor, or customer record) has failed because the record is currently locked by another user. This typically occurs in scenarios where multiple users are trying to access or modify the same object simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  
  Record Locking: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. When a user is editing an object, it gets locked to ensure that no other user can make changes until the first user has finished.
  Long Transactions: If a user has a long-running transaction, the object may remain locked for an extended period.
  Unfinished Sessions: Sometimes, a user may have an unfinished session or a transaction that did not complete properly, leaving the object locked.
  System Errors: Occasionally, system errors or crashes can lead to locks that are not released properly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for the other