How To Fix J2468 - &4 SAP Banking: Securities position locked by user &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J2 - Message Class for Development Class JBT

• Message number: 468

• Message text: &4 SAP Banking: Securities position locked by user &

What causes this issue?

An security order needs to be changed, created, or cancelled.
To update a position within SAP-Banking, it needs to be locked. This
involves the following position criteria:

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

Security ID number
Company code
Security account
The position is currently being blocked by user &V1&.

System Response

Action is being cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Wait until the position is no longer locked, or contact user &V1&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J2468 - &4 SAP Banking: Securities position locked by user & ?

  The SAP error message J2468, which states "Securities position locked by user," typically occurs in the context of SAP Banking or SAP Financial Services when a user attempts to access or modify a securities position that is currently locked by another user. This locking mechanism is in place to prevent data inconsistencies and ensure that only one user can make changes to a securities position at a time.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently accessing or modifying the securities position.
  Session Timeout: A previous session may not have released the lock due to a timeout or an unexpected termination.
  System Error: There may be a system error or bug that is causing the lock to persist even after the user has finished their work.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Locking User: Check which user has locked the securities position. This can often be done through transaction codes like SM12 (for lock entries) in SAP.
  Wait for Release: If the locking user is actively working on the position, you may need to wait until they finish and release the lock.
  Contact the User: If you can identify the user who has locked the position, you can reach out to them to see if they can release the lock.
  Force Release: If necessary, a system administrator can forcefully release the lock using transaction code SM12. However, this should be done with caution, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the other user is still working on the position.
  Check for System Issues: If this error occurs frequently, it may be worth investigating if there are underlying system issues or bugs that need to be addressed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (to view and manage lock entries) and SM21 (to check system logs for errors).
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly log out of sessions and release locks when they are done working with securities positions.
  System Monitoring: Implement monitoring tools to track and manage locks more effectively, reducing the chances of conflicts.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as SAP regularly updates its software to fix bugs and improve functionality.
  
  If the problem persists after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further assistance.