IM418 - Notification & still locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 418

• Message text: Notification & still locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM418 - Notification & still locked ?

  The SAP error message IM418 ("Notification & still locked") typically occurs when you attempt to make changes to a notification that is currently locked by another user or process. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of Plant Maintenance (PM) or Quality Management (QM).
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: Another user is currently editing the notification.
  Background Job: A background job is processing the notification, which locks it temporarily.
  Transaction Incomplete: The notification was not properly saved or was left in a state that causes it to remain locked.
  Database Lock: There may be a database-level lock due to a transaction that has not been committed or rolled back.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Entries:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can filter by the user ID or the object type related to the notification.
  If you find a lock that is no longer needed, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Wait for Release:
  
  If another user is editing the notification, you may need to wait until they finish and release the lock.
  
  
  
  Identify Background Jobs:
  
  Check if there are any background jobs that might be processing the notification using transaction code SM37. If a job is running, you may need to wait for it to complete.
  
  
  
  Restart the Transaction:
  
  Sometimes, simply exiting the transaction and re-entering can resolve temporary locking issues.
  
  
  
  Contact System Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP Basis or system administrator for assistance. They can help identify and resolve any underlying issues causing the lock.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  IW21/IW22: Create or change notifications in PM.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage locks.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to notification locks.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on notifications and locking mechanisms.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IM418 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.