How To Fix F5302 - Document & & is locked by user &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 302

• Message text: Document & & is locked by user &

What causes this issue?

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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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5302 - Document & & is locked by user & ?

  The SAP error message F5302 indicates that a document is locked by a specific user, preventing other users from making changes or processing that document. This is a common issue in SAP systems, especially in financial transactions where document integrity is crucial.
  Cause:
  
  User Locking the Document: The document is currently being edited or processed by another user, which locks it for other users.
  Session Timeout: Sometimes, if a user has an open session and does not log out properly, the document may remain locked.
  Background Jobs: A background job may be processing the document, causing it to be locked.
  System Errors: Occasionally, system errors or crashes can lead to documents being improperly locked.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the document is locked by another user, the simplest solution is to wait until that user has finished their work and released the lock.
  Identify the Locking User: Use transaction code SM12 to view the list of locked entries. You can check which user has locked the document and the time it was locked.
  Unlock the Document: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can unlock the document in transaction SM12. However, be cautious when doing this, as it may disrupt the work of the user currently editing the document.
  Check Background Jobs: Use transaction SM37 to check if any background jobs are running that might be locking the document.
  Contact the User: If you identify the user who has locked the document, you can contact them to see if they can release the lock.
  System Administrator: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, contact your SAP system administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locked entries.
  SM37: To check background jobs.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary for the document type.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on document locking and management.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on proper session management to avoid unnecessary locks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the F5302 error and understand the underlying causes of document locking in SAP.