How To Fix FCO_EBW003 - Order &1 is locked by &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO_EBW - Message class for Event-Based WIP

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Order &1 is locked by &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_EBW003 - Order &1 is locked by &2 ?

  The SAP error message FCO_EBW003 indicates that a specific order (denoted by &1) is currently locked by another user or process (denoted by &2). This typically occurs in scenarios where multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same order simultaneously, leading to a conflict.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or transaction is currently editing or processing the order.
  Background Jobs: A background job may be running that is locking the order for processing.
  Transaction Locking: The order may be locked due to a previous transaction that did not complete successfully or was terminated unexpectedly.
  Database Locking: Database-level locks may be in place due to ongoing transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for a few moments and then retrying the operation may resolve the issue.
  Identify the Locking User/Process:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for locks. You can see which user or process is holding the lock on the order.
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can unlock the order from this transaction.
  
  
  Check Background Jobs: Use transaction SM37 to check if there are any background jobs that might be locking the order. If a job is found, you may need to wait for it to complete or contact the job owner.
  Contact the User: If you identify the user who is locking the order, you can reach out to 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. They may need to investigate deeper into the system logs or database locks.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related errors or warnings.
  
  
  Lock Management: Understanding how SAP handles locks can help in troubleshooting. SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies when multiple users access the same data.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly handle transactions to minimize locking issues, such as completing transactions promptly and avoiding long-running processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the error message FCO_EBW003.