How To Fix DPR_UI_BSP117 - Reconciliation is not possible: Target project is locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_UI_BSP - PLM Development Projects - BSP UI Messages

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Reconciliation is not possible: Target project is locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_UI_BSP117 - Reconciliation is not possible: Target project is locked ?

  The SAP error message DPR_UI_BSP117 indicates that a reconciliation process cannot be completed because the target project is locked. This typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when using the SAP Project Management (DPR) module.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the target project being in a locked state. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  User Lock: A user may have locked the project for editing, preventing any changes or reconciliations.
  Status Lock: The project may be in a status that does not allow reconciliation (e.g., completed or closed).
  System Lock: The system may have a lock due to ongoing processes or transactions that are being executed on the project.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Project Status:
  
  Verify the status of the target project. If it is in a status that does not allow reconciliation, you may need to change the status or wait until it is eligible for reconciliation.
  
  
  
  Unlock the Project:
  
  If the project is locked by a user, you can unlock it by:
  
  Identifying the user who has locked the project (if applicable).
  Asking the user to unlock the project.
  If necessary, a system administrator can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for and remove user locks.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review System Processes:
  
  Check if there are any ongoing processes that might be locking the project. This can include background jobs or other transactions that are currently being processed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to project locking and reconciliation for any specific guidelines or procedures that may apply to your situation.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as DPR for project management, SM12 for user lock management, and SM37 for monitoring background jobs.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to DPR and project locking for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to perform reconciliation tasks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the error message DPR_UI_BSP117.