How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE576 - The product group is locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 576

• Message text: The product group is locked

What causes this issue?

You wanted to create a
<DS:GLOS.material_group_reference_material>material group reference
material</> or a
<DS:GLOS.material_group_material>product group product</>. However, the
<DS:GLOS.material_group>product group</> is locked by another user. As
a result, the product cannot be created since the product number has to
be entered in the product group master record.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Try again later.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE576 - The product group is locked ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE576, which states "The product group is locked," typically occurs when you attempt to make changes to a product group that is currently locked for editing. This can happen for various reasons, such as ongoing processes, user locks, or system settings.
  Causes:
  
  User Lock: Another user may have locked the product group for editing.
  System Lock: The product group may be locked due to a system process or transaction that is currently being executed.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in SAP may prevent changes to the product group.
  Status of the Product Group: The product group may be in a status that does not allow modifications (e.g., it may be marked as "completed" or "archived").
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Locks: 
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any user locks on the product group. If you find a lock that is no longer needed, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Check System Processes: 
  
  Ensure that no background jobs or processes are currently running that might be locking the product group. You can check this using transaction code SM37 to view job logs.
  
  
  
  Review Product Group Status: 
  
  Check the status of the product group in the relevant transaction. If it is in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to change its status or wait until the current process is completed.
  
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues: 
  
  If you are in a collaborative environment, check with your colleagues to see if someone else is working on the same product group.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP directly for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (User Locks), SM37 (Job Monitoring), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) to investigate further.
  Authorization Issues: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to edit the product group.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to product group management for additional insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the issue.