How To Fix LF270 - Shipm. or deliv. is locked, status of handling unit &1 was not changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LF - Mobile Computing in Warehouse Logistics

• Message number: 270

• Message text: Shipm. or deliv. is locked, status of handling unit &1 was not changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LF270 - Shipm. or deliv. is locked, status of handling unit &1 was not changed ?

  The SAP error message LF270 indicates that a shipment or delivery is locked, and as a result, the status of the handling unit (HU) cannot be changed. This typically occurs in logistics processes when there are ongoing transactions or processes that prevent modifications to the shipment or delivery.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Locked Shipment/Delivery: The shipment or delivery is currently being processed or is locked by another user or transaction. This can happen if:
  
  The shipment is being edited or processed in another session.
  There are open transactions related to the shipment or delivery.
  The shipment is in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., completed or invoiced).
  
  
  
  System Lock: The system may have a lock on the handling unit due to background jobs or other processes that are currently running.
  
  
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorization to change the status of the handling unit.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Locks: 
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any