How To Fix KV077 - Some materials in plant & are still locked -> see text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KV - Variance Analysis for Cost Centers and Cost Objects

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Some materials in plant & are still locked -> see text

What causes this issue?

It was not possible to lock the material records at the plant level for
<DS:GLOS.plant>plant</> &V1& because one or more materials are already
locked.

System Response

Processing was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Make sure no materials are locked in the plants you specify, or set the
indicator <LS>Lock single materials</> in the selection screen.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV077 - Some materials in plant & are still locked -> see text ?

  The SAP error message KV077 indicates that some materials in a specific plant are still locked, which prevents certain operations from being performed on those materials. This error typically arises in the context of inventory management, material master data, or during the execution of certain transactions that require the materials to be unlocked.
  Cause:
  
  Locked Materials: The materials in question may be locked due to ongoing transactions, such as inventory counts, material master updates, or other processes that require exclusive access to the material data.
  User Sessions: Another user or session may have locked the materials, preventing your transaction from proceeding.
  System Processes: Background jobs or batch processes may be running that lock the materials temporarily.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can filter by user or object to identify which materials are locked and by whom.
  Release Locks: If you identify that a lock is no longer needed (e.g., a user session that has ended), you can manually delete the lock entry in SM12. However, be cautious and ensure that the lock can be safely removed without disrupting ongoing processes.
  Wait for Completion: If the lock is due to a legitimate ongoing process, you may need to wait for that process to complete before attempting your transaction again.
  Communicate with Users: If other users are involved, communicate with them to understand why the materials are locked and coordinate to resolve the issue.
  Check Background Jobs: Use transaction code SM37 to check for any background jobs that might be locking the materials. If a job is running longer than expected, you may need to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  MM03: Display material master data.
  MM02: Change material master data.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on material management and locking mechanisms.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.