How To Fix C2190 - 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: 190

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

What causes this issue?

Initiating object &V1& is locked by user &V2& and can therefore not be
deleted or changed.

How to fix this error?

Try again later.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C2190 - Initiating object record &1 is locked by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message C2190 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 locking mechanism is a part of SAP's concurrency control to prevent multiple users from making conflicting changes to the same data simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  
  Record Locking: The object record you are trying to access is locked by another user. This can happen if:
  
  Another user is currently editing the record.
  A previous session did not release the lock due to an error or crash.
  The record is being processed in a background job.
  
  
  
  Long-running Transactions: If a user is taking a long time to complete their transaction, the record may remain locked for an extended period.
  
  
  System Issues: Occasionally, system issues or bugs can lead to locks not being released properly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary (e.g., another user is editing the record), you can wait for a few moments and then try again.
  
  
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction code SM12 to view the list of locks in the system. You can check which user has locked the record and the details of the lock.
  
  
  Contact the User: If you identify the user who has locked the record, you can contact them to see if they can release the lock.
  
  
  Release the Lock: If necessary, and if you have the appropriate authorizations, you can manually delete the lock entry in 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 record.
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs: If the record is locked by a background job, you may need to wait for the job to complete or check the job status in transaction SM37.
  
  
  System Administration: If locks are persisting and causing issues frequently, it may be worth discussing with your SAP Basis team to investigate potential system issues or to optimize transaction handling.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SM21: Check system logs for any related errors or warnings.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on locking mechanisms and best practices for managing locks.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly complete transactions to minimize the occurrence of locks.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C2190 error and understand the underlying causes of record locking in SAP.