How To Fix J-875 - View &1 portfolio hierarchy &2 locked by user &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J- -

• Message number: 875

• Message text: View &1 portfolio hierarchy &2 locked by user &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J-875 - View &1 portfolio hierarchy &2 locked by user &3 ?

  The SAP error message J-875 indicates that a specific portfolio hierarchy is locked by a user, which prevents other users from making changes to it. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when a user is currently editing the hierarchy or if a previous session did not close properly.
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: The portfolio hierarchy is currently being edited or accessed by another user.
  Session Issues: A previous session may not have been closed properly, leaving the hierarchy in a locked state.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings or configurations that enforce locking mechanisms for data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Locking User: Check which user is currently locking the hierarchy. The error message provides the user ID (in this case, &3).
  Contact the User: If possible, contact the user who is locking the hierarchy to see if they can release the lock.
  Release the Lock: If the user is unavailable or the session is stale, an administrator can release the lock using transaction code SM12:
  
  Go to transaction SM12.
  Enter the user ID and the relevant object (if known).
  Execute the search to find the lock entries.
  Select the relevant lock and delete it to release the lock.
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may hold locks. Check if any jobs are running that might be causing the lock.
  Review System Settings: If this issue occurs frequently, review the system settings related to locking mechanisms and consider adjusting them if necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and delete lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  SU01: To manage user accounts and check user status.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on locking mechanisms and user management.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the J-875 error and regain access to the portfolio hierarchy.