How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE402 - Field & is lock-relevant and not changeable because product is locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 402

• Message text: Field & is lock-relevant and not changeable because product is locked

What causes this issue?

The field has been defined as lock-relevant in Customizing for the
<LS>Material Master </>in Define Lock-Relevant Fields, and the product
master record has been locked. As a result, this field can no longer be
changed and is not ready for input.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE402 - Field & is lock-relevant and not changeable because product is locked ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE402 indicates that a specific field in a product is lock-relevant and cannot be changed because the product is currently locked. This typically occurs in the context of product master data management, where certain fields are protected from changes to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  Cause:
  
  
  Product Locking: The product is locked for editing, which can happen for various reasons, such as:
  
  The product is being processed in another transaction.
  The product is in a status that prevents changes (e.g., released, approved).
  A user has locked the product for maintenance or updates.
  
  
  
  Field Lock-Relevance: The specific field you are trying to change is designated as lock-relevant, meaning that it cannot be modified while the product is locked.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Lock Status:
  
  Verify if the product is currently locked by checking the product status in the relevant transaction (e.g., MM02 for material master).
  If the product is locked by another user or process, you may need to wait until the lock is released.
  
  
  
  Unlock the Product:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can unlock the product. This may involve:
  
  Using transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks and potentially delete the lock if it is safe to do so.
  Contacting the user who has locked the product to request that they release the lock.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Change Permissions:
  
  Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to the product. If not, you may need to contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs:
  
  Sometimes, background jobs or processes may lock the product. Check if any jobs are running that might be causing the lock.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the product locking mechanism and how to manage it.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that your user role has the necessary authorizations to edit product data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's support portal for further assistance.