How To Fix KK216 - Worklist &1 is currently locked for write access - saving not possible

KK216 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Worklist &1 is currently locked for write access - saving not possible

What causes this issue?

Write access to worklist &v1& is currently locked.

System Response

The worklist cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK216 - Worklist &1 is currently locked for write access - saving not possible ?

  The SAP error message KK216 indicates that a worklist (in this case, a worklist related to cost center accounting or internal orders) is currently locked for write access, which means that you cannot save changes to it at that moment. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent User Access: Another user might be accessing the same worklist and has it locked for editing.
  Background Jobs: A background job might be processing data related to the worklist, causing it to be locked.
  System Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If a transaction is not properly closed, it may leave the worklist in a locked state.
  Database Lock: There could be a database-level lock on the table associated with the worklist.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Other Users: Verify if another user is currently editing the worklist. You can use transaction SM12 to check for