How To Fix EHPRC_RCS202 - '&1' is currently locked by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_RCS - REACH Compliance Messages

• Message number: 202

• Message text: '&1' is currently locked by user &2

What causes this issue?

You want to edit data for &V1&. However, the data record is being used
in another transaction by user &V2&.

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?

Wait until the user has finished processing the other transaction and
the data record is unlocked.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_RCS202 - '&1' is currently locked by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_RCS202 indicates that a particular resource or object (denoted by '&1') is currently locked by another user (denoted by '&2'). This typically occurs in scenarios where multiple users are trying to access or modify the same resource simultaneously, leading to a lock situation to prevent data inconsistencies.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing or processing the same object/resource.
  Unreleased Locks: A previous session may not have released the lock due to an error or improper termination.
  Long-running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold a lock for an extended period.
  System Issues: Occasionally, system issues or bugs can lead to locks not being released properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for the other user to complete their task may resolve the issue. You can retry accessing the resource after some time.
  Identify the Locking User: Use transaction codes like SM12 (for lock entries) to identify the user who is holding the lock. You can check the details of the lock and the user associated with it.
  Contact the Locking User: If possible, communicate with the user who is holding the lock to see if they can release it or if they are done with their task.
  Release the Lock: If the locking user is unavailable and you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually delete the lock entry in SM12. However, this should be done with caution, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the other user is still working on the resource.
  Check for Long-running Transactions: If you notice that locks are persisting for a long time, investigate any long-running transactions that may need to be optimized or terminated.
  System Monitoring: Regularly monitor the system for lock situations and address any underlying issues that may lead to frequent locking.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM21: Check system logs for any related errors or warnings.
  ST22: Analyze dumps that may indicate issues leading to locks.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations to access and modify the resources they need.
  Performance Tuning: Consider performance tuning of the application or database to reduce the likelihood of long-running transactions that can lead to locks.
  
  Always ensure that any actions taken to resolve locking issues are in line with your organization's policies and procedures to maintain data integrity and system stability.