How To Fix DMCLG681 - Rule user &1 is locked by user &2

DMCLG681 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMCLG - DMC Tool Development

• Message number: 681

• Message text: Rule user &1 is locked by user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMCLG681 - Rule user &1 is locked by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message DMCLG681 indicates that a specific rule user (identified as &1) is locked by another user (identified as &2). This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Rules Management (BRM) or similar systems where rules are managed and can be locked for editing by users.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: The rule user is currently being edited or accessed by another user, which prevents other users from making changes to it.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to ensure data integrity. When a user opens a rule for editing, it gets locked to prevent simultaneous modifications that could lead to inconsistencies.
  Session Timeout: Sometimes, if a user has an active session that times out, the lock may not be released properly, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the rule user is locked by another user, the simplest solution is to wait until that user has finished their work and released