How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_EXPORT043 - Specification &1: locked by IMDS upload of specification &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_EXPORT - Export Messages

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Specification &1: locked by IMDS upload of specification &2

What causes this issue?

The basic material &V1& is locked by the IMDS upload of &V2& (date &V3&/
status &V4&).

System Response

The specification cannot be uploaded to IMDS as long as the IMDS upload
of &V2& is in progress.

How to fix this error?

Complete the IMDS upload of specification &V2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_EXPORT043 - Specification &1: locked by IMDS upload of specification &2 ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_EXPORT043 indicates that a specification (identified by &1) is currently locked due to an ongoing IMDS (International Material Data System) upload of another specification (identified by &2). This typically occurs in environments where multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same specification simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: The specification you are trying to export is locked because another process (in this case, an IMDS upload) is currently using it.
  Long-running Processes: If the IMDS upload takes a long time, it can lead to prolonged locking of the specification.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to lock specifications during certain operations to prevent data inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for Completion: The simplest solution is to wait until the IMDS upload process completes. Once it finishes, the lock on the specification should be released, allowing you to proceed with your export.
  Check Lock Status: You can check the status of the lock using transaction codes like SM12 (to view locks) or SM21 (to check system logs) to identify the process that is holding the lock.
  Terminate the Process: If the IMDS upload is stuck or taking too long, you may need to terminate the process. This should be done with caution and ideally under the guidance of your SAP Basis team or system administrator.
  Review Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, consider reviewing the configuration of your SAP system to optimize how locks are managed during IMDS uploads.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IMDS Integration: Understand how your SAP system integrates with IMDS and the implications of concurrent uploads.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to manage specifications and understand the locking mechanism.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling locks during IMDS uploads.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for best practices on managing specifications and IMDS uploads to minimize locking issues.
  
  If the problem persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for more tailored advice.