How To Fix /ISDFPS/FORCE122 - Force element &2 is locked by &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/FORCE -

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Force element &2 is locked by &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/FORCE122 - Force element &2 is locked by &1 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/FORCE122 indicates that a force element (in this case, identified by &2) is currently locked by another user or process (identified by &1). This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or similar applications where multiple users may be trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently editing or has locked the force element, preventing your action.
  System Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to ensure data integrity. When one user is working on a specific element, it is locked to prevent others from making conflicting changes.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction takes too long to complete, it may hold the lock longer than expected, causing other users to encounter this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for the other user to finish their transaction may resolve the issue. You can try