How To Fix DFS_FE_COMMON014 - Reference force element organization is locked.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DFS_FE_COMMON - Message Class for DFS Force Element

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Reference force element organization is locked.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_FE_COMMON014 - Reference force element organization is locked. ?

  The SAP error message DFS_FE_COMMON014 indicates that a reference force element organization is locked. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Flexible Real Estate Management (RE-FX) or similar modules where organizational structures are involved.
  Cause:
  
  
  Locked Organization: The reference force element organization is locked for changes. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Ongoing processes that require the organization to remain unchanged (e.g., financial closing, reporting).
  Manual locking by a user or administrator to prevent changes during critical operations.
  System settings or configurations that enforce locking under certain conditions.
  
  
  
  User Permissions: The user attempting to make changes may not have the necessary permissions to unlock or modify the organization.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Status:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to check the status of the organization in the relevant tables (e.g., T_Org, T_ForceElement).
  Identify if the organization is indeed locked and the reason for the lock.
  
  
  
  Unlock the Organization:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can unlock the organization using the appropriate transaction or by modifying the settings in the configuration.
  If the lock is due to a process (like a financial closing), wait until the process is completed.
  
  
  
  Consult with Administrators:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP system administrator or the relevant team responsible for managing organizational structures. They can provide insights into why the organization is locked and assist in unlocking it if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user has the correct roles and authorizations to perform the required actions on the organization.
  
  
  
  Check for System Notes:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or documentation related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP provides specific guidance or patches for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), and SM12 (Lock Entries) to investigate further.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the implications of locked organizations.
  Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.