How To Fix ED546 - Unable to save '&' (it is locked by '&')

ED546 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ED - ABAP/4 Editor messages

• Message number: 546

• Message text: Unable to save '&' (it is locked by '&')

What causes this issue?

The editor lock is set in the program attributes.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

It can only be cancelled again by the user who set it.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ED546 - Unable to save '&' (it is locked by '&') ?

  The SAP error message ED546 "Unable to save '&' (it is locked by '&')" typically indicates that the object you are trying to save is currently locked by another user or process. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when multiple users are trying to edit the same object simultaneously, or if a previous session did not release the lock properly.
  
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: Another user is currently editing the same object.
  System Lock: The object is locked due to a system process or transaction that has not been completed.
  Session Timeout: A previous session may have timed out, leaving the object in a locked state.
  Transport Lock: If the object is part of a transport request, it may be locked for transport purposes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Entries:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can filter by the object name or user to see who is holding the lock.
  If you find that the