How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2366 - Layout configurations have been locked by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2 - Object Model Repository (2)

• Message number: 366

• Message text: Layout configurations have been locked by user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2366 - Layout configurations have been locked by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2366 indicates that layout configurations have been locked by a specific user. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or similar applications where layout configurations are managed.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a user locking the layout configuration, which prevents other users from making changes or accessing that configuration. This can happen if:
  
  A user is currently editing the layout configuration and has not saved or released it.
  A previous session did not close properly, leaving the configuration in a locked state.
  There are permission issues or system inconsistencies that lead to the locking of the configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Locking User: Check the user ID mentioned in the error message (represented as &2). This will help you identify who has locked the configuration.
  
  
  Contact the User: If possible, reach out to the user who has locked the configuration and ask them to either save their changes or release the lock.
  
  
  Use Transaction SM12: 
  
  Go to transaction SM12 (Lock Entries).
  Enter the user ID that is locking the configuration and execute the search.
  You will see the lock entries associated with that user. You can delete the lock entry if you have the necessary authorizations and if it is safe to do so.
  
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may hold locks. Check if there are any running jobs that might be causing the lock.
  
  
  System Restart: In rare cases, if the lock cannot be released, a system restart may be necessary, but this should be done with caution and typically as a last resort.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations to manage layout configurations.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional errors or warnings that might provide context to the locking issue.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the locking issue and regain access to the layout configurations.