How To Fix EHQ026 - Inspection plan could not be locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHQ - QM: Messages

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Inspection plan could not be locked

What causes this issue?

The inspection plan was possibly being edited by another user at the
time you wanted to lock it.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHQ026 - Inspection plan could not be locked ?

  The SAP error message EHQ026, which states "Inspection plan could not be locked," typically occurs when there is an attempt to access or modify an inspection plan that is currently being used or locked by another user or process. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation, modification, or deletion of inspection plans in the Quality Management (QM) module.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently accessing the inspection plan, preventing your session from locking it.
  System Lock: The inspection plan may be locked due to a previous transaction that did not complete successfully, leaving the plan in a locked state.
  Database Lock: There may be a database-level lock that is preventing access to the inspection plan.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the inspection plan.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the inspection plan is locked by another user, wait for a few moments and then try again. If the other user completes their transaction, the lock will be released.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries related to the inspection plan. You can identify the user or process that is holding the lock and take appropriate action.
  Release Locks: If you find that a lock is held unnecessarily (e.g., due to a session that has crashed), you can manually delete the lock entry in SM12, but be cautious as this may affect other users.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the inspection plan. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator for assistance.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or messages that might provide additional context about the locking issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QM01 (Create Inspection Plan), QM02 (Change Inspection Plan), and QM03 (Display Inspection Plan).
  Quality Management Module: Understanding the overall structure and processes within the QM module can help in troubleshooting issues related to inspection plans.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EHQ026 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.