How To Fix CK540 - Error while locking: Release not allowed

CK540 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 540

• Message text: Error while locking: Release not allowed

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to allow standard cost estimates to be released for
posting period &v1& of fiscal year &v2&.

System Response

The system cannot lock the marking database. Therefore, release cannot
be allowed.

How to fix this error?

Allow standard cost estimates to be released at a later time.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK540 - Error while locking: Release not allowed ?

  The SAP error message CK540, which states "Error while locking: Release not allowed," typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost object or cost center planning and release processes. This error indicates that there is an issue with the locking mechanism in SAP, which is used to prevent concurrent changes to data.
  Causes of CK540 Error
  
  
  Release Status: The error often arises when you attempt to release a plan or budget that is not in a status that allows for release. For example, if the planning version is set to "not released" or if the release process has already been completed for that version.
  
  
  Locking Issues: The error can also occur if there are existing locks on the data you are trying to release. This can happen if another user or process is currently working on the same data.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have