How To Fix FSH_OS014 - Cannot delete Strategy &1; it is locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_OS - Messages for Order Scheduling

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Cannot delete Strategy &1; it is locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_OS014 - Cannot delete Strategy &1; it is locked ?

  The SAP error message FSH_OS014 indicates that you are trying to delete a strategy that is currently locked. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Flexible Planning or similar modules where strategies are used for planning purposes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The strategy you are trying to delete is currently being used or referenced in another process or transaction.
  The strategy is locked by another user or process, preventing any modifications, including deletion.
  There may be a system or application-level lock that has not been released.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the strategy. Look for entries related to the strategy ID you are trying to delete.
  If you find a lock that is not needed, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Identify the User/Process:
  
  If the lock is held by another user, you may need to communicate with that user to determine if they can release the lock.
  If the lock is held by a background job or process, you may need to wait for it to complete or terminate it if it is safe to do so.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that the strategy is not being used in any active planning runs or other transactions. If it is, you will need to wait until those processes are completed.
  
  
  
  Retry Deletion:
  
  Once you have confirmed that the strategy is no longer locked, try to delete it again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SE11: To check the database table for the strategy if needed.
  SE38: To run any relevant reports that might help identify the issue.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete strategies and manage locks.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the error message FSH_OS014.