How To Fix IR162 - Measuring point &2 locked by user &1 -> Measurement readings not copied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IR - PM: IMRC - Measurement Readings and Counters

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Measuring point &2 locked by user &1 -> Measurement readings not copied

What causes this issue?

You want to take up the measurement reading transfer for a
<DS:GLOS.measuring_point>measuring point</>.
For this, the system must lock both the measuring point of the original
document and the measuring point of the new document to be generated or
changed.

System Response

The measurement reading transfer cannot be taken up currently because
one of the measuring points required is locked by user &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Take up the measurement reading transfer later.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IR162 - Measuring point &2 locked by user &1 -> Measurement readings not copied ?

  The SAP error message IR162 indicates that a measuring point is locked by a specific user, which prevents the copying of measurement readings. This typically occurs in the context of managing measurement documents in SAP, particularly in modules related to Plant Maintenance (PM) or Utilities (IS-U).
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A user is currently editing or has locked the measuring point for some reason (e.g., entering or modifying measurement readings).
  The system enforces a lock to prevent concurrent modifications that could lead to data inconsistencies.
  The measuring point may be in a status that does not allow for new readings to be entered or copied.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Locking User: 
  
  Check which user is locking the measuring point. This can often be done through transaction codes like SM12 (for displaying and managing locks) or SM21 (for system logs).
  
  
  
  Contact the User: 
  
  If possible, contact the user who is locking the measuring point and ask them to complete their task or release the lock.
  
  
  
  Release the Lock: 
  
  If the user is unavailable or the lock seems to be persistent without any active session, a system administrator can manually release the lock using transaction SM12. However, this should be done with caution to avoid data loss.
  
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs: 
  
  Sometimes, background jobs may also hold locks. Check if there are any jobs running that might be causing the lock.
  
  
  
  Review System Configuration: 
  
  Ensure that the configuration for measuring points and measurement documents is set up correctly. Sometimes, incorrect settings can lead to unexpected locking behavior.
  
  
  
  Retry the Operation: 
  
  After the lock has been released, retry the operation that caused the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  IW41/IW42: For entering or changing measurement readings in PM.
  
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to access and modify measurement points.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing measurement points and handling locks.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to measuring points and locks.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IR162 error and successfully copy measurement readings.