How To Fix DMCLG642 - Control parameter customizing is locked by user &1

DMCLG642 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMCLG - DMC Tool Development

• Message number: 642

• Message text: Control parameter customizing is locked by user &1

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DMCLG642 - Details

• The SAP error message DMCLG642 indicates that a control parameter customizing is locked by a specific user. This typically occurs when a user is currently editing or has an active session that is preventing others from making changes to the same customizing settings.
  
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: The user mentioned in the error message has an active session that is locking the control parameter customizing.
  Transaction in Progress: The user may be in the middle of a transaction that requires exclusive access to the customizing settings.
  System Configuration: Sometimes, system configuration or background jobs may also lead to locks on certain customizing settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the User: Check the user ID mentioned in the error message. You can use transaction code SM12 to view and manage locks in the system.
  Contact the User: If possible, contact the user who is holding the lock to see if they can complete their task or release the lock.
  Release the Lock: If