How To Fix IMP118 - Error when locking workset

IMP118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IMP - IMP: Messages

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Error when locking workset

What causes this issue?

It was not possible to lock the work set.

System Response

The system tried several times to lock the work set.

How to fix this error?

Check why the work set is locked.
It might well be that the claim that triggered the claim is still open.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IMP118 - Error when locking workset ?

  The SAP error message IMP118, which states "Error when locking workset," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or when dealing with worksets in SAP NetWeaver. This error indicates that there was an issue when trying to lock a workset, which is necessary for ensuring that the data is not modified by multiple users simultaneously.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrency Issues: Another user or process may already have locked the workset, preventing your session from obtaining the lock.
  Database Locking: There may be a database-level lock that is preventing the workset from being accessed.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues can lead to timeouts or failures in acquiring locks.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system related to worksets or locking mechanisms.
  Transport Issues: If the workset is part of a transport request, there may be issues with the transport itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Retry the Operation: Sometimes, simply retrying the operation after a short wait can