How To Fix /ISDFPS/LM_FPLAN073 - Site equipment & cannot be locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/LM_FPLAN -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Site equipment & cannot be locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/LM_FPLAN073 - Site equipment & cannot be locked ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/LM_FPLAN073 indicating "Site equipment & cannot be locked" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Plant Maintenance (PM) or Industry Solution for Defense and Security (ISDFPS) modules. This error generally means that the system is unable to lock the specified site equipment for a particular operation, which can be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Equipment Already in Use: The site equipment may already be locked or in use by another transaction or user.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to lock the equipment.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings that prevent locking of the equipment.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or system performance problems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Equipment Status: Verify if the equipment is currently being used or locked by another user or transaction. You can check the status in the equipment master data.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the locking operation. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Release Locks: If the equipment is locked by another transaction, you may need to wait for that transaction to complete or contact the user who has it locked to release it.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any errors or warnings that might provide more context about the locking issue.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve the SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying technical issues or database locks.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to equipment locking in the system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like IE03 (Display Equipment) or IW38 (Change PM Orders) to check the status of the equipment.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with for more detailed information on equipment management and locking mechanisms.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.