How To Fix CM_SUB_VALUATION042 - &1 Specification is locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB_VALUATION - Substance Characteristic Values and Additional Info.

• Message number: 042

• Message text: &1 Specification is locked

What causes this issue?

Specification &V2& must be locked exclusively for you before you can
edit it. Since this is not possible, for example, because it is being
edited by another user, the exposure scenario header data (ES_HEAD)
created cannot be entered.

System Response

Exposure scenario header data is not created. Specification &V2& is not
changed.

How to fix this error?

As soon as specification &V2& is no longer being edited, try to create
the exposure scenario header data again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB_VALUATION042 - &1 Specification is locked ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_VALUATION042 indicates that a specification is locked, which typically occurs when a user or process is trying to access or modify a specification that is currently locked by another user or process. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with material specifications, quality management, or regulatory compliance.
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: Another user is currently editing or has locked the specification.
  System Lock: The system may have a lock due to a transaction that is still in process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the specification.
  Background Jobs: A background job may be processing the specification, causing it to be locked temporarily.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Status:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the specification. You can see which user or process is holding the lock.
  If you find a lock that is no longer needed, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Wait and Retry:
  
  If the lock is held by another user, you may need to wait until they finish their work and release the lock.
  
  
  
  Contact the User:
  
  If you identify the user holding the lock, you can reach out to them to see if they can release it.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the specification. If not, contact your SAP security team to get the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Background Jobs:
  
  Check if there are any background jobs that might be processing the specification. You can use transaction SM37 to monitor background jobs.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In rare cases, if the lock persists and is not being released, a system restart may be necessary, but this should be done with caution and typically requires coordination with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary for the specification table.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on handling specifications and understanding locking mechanisms.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.