How To Fix CMS_CAG103 - Collateral agreement locked for editing by user &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_CAG - Message Class for Collateral Agreement

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Collateral agreement locked for editing by user &1

What causes this issue?

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?

Contact the other user and decide who should be editing the collateral
agreement.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_CAG103 - Collateral agreement locked for editing by user &1 ?

  The SAP error message CMS_CAG103 indicates that a collateral agreement is currently locked for editing by another user. This typically occurs in systems where multiple users may be accessing and modifying collateral agreements simultaneously, leading to potential conflicts.
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: The collateral agreement is being edited by another user, which prevents other users from making changes to it.
  Session Timeout: Sometimes, a user may have left a session open, causing the lock to persist even after they have stopped actively editing.
  System Error: Occasionally, a system error or crash may leave a collateral agreement in a locked state.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the collateral agreement is locked by another user, the simplest solution is to wait until that user has finished editing and released the lock. You can periodically check back to see if the lock has been released.
  Contact the User: If you know who is editing the collateral agreement, you can reach out to them to ask when they expect to finish their edits.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can see which user has locked the collateral agreement and potentially unlock it if necessary (with appropriate permissions).
  System Administrator Intervention: If the lock persists and you cannot identify the user or if the user is no longer active, you may need to contact your system administrator. They can help release the lock if it is no longer valid.
  Review System Logs: If you suspect a system error, reviewing system logs or error messages may provide insight into why the lock is persisting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM12 (to view and manage lock entries) and SM21 (to view system logs).
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and manage locks in the system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support for more detailed troubleshooting steps related to collateral agreements and locking mechanisms.
  
  If the issue persists after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to your SAP support team for further investigation.