How To Fix /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES113 - You cannot edit this plan; it is locked by &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 113

• Message text: You cannot edit this plan; it is locked by &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES113 - You cannot edit this plan; it is locked by &1 ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES113 indicates that you are trying to edit a plan that is currently locked by another user or process. This typically occurs in the context of planning functions in SAP, such as in the SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules.
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: Another user is currently editing the plan, which prevents you from making changes.
  System Lock: The system may have locked the plan due to a process that is running, such as a data load or a planning run.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to edit the plan, which can sometimes manifest as a lock.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Active Sessions: 
  
  Verify if another user is currently editing the plan. You can check the user sessions in the system to see if someone else has the plan open.
  If you have access, you can use transaction codes like SM04 or AL08 to view active user sessions.
  
  
  
  Wait for Release: 
  
  If the plan is locked 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 who has the plan locked, you can reach out to them to see if they can save their work and release the lock.
  
  
  
  Check Background Jobs: 
  
  If a background job is locking the plan, you can check the job status using transaction SM37. If the job is taking too long, you may need to wait for it to complete or contact your system administrator.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: 
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to edit the plan. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  System Administrator Intervention: 
  
  If the lock persists and you cannot identify the cause, you may need to involve your SAP Basis team or system administrator. They can check for any system-level locks and resolve them.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM12 (to view and manage locks) and SM21 (to check system logs) for troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on planning functions and locking mechanisms.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to locking in your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the issue.