How To Fix LQ106 - Text locked! No changes possible!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LQ - Proposal Pool Management

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Text locked! No changes possible!

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LQ106 - Text locked! No changes possible! ?

  The SAP error message LQ106: Text locked! No changes possible! typically occurs when you attempt to modify a text object (like a material description, sales order text, etc.) that is currently locked for editing. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  User Lock: Another user is currently editing the text, which locks it for other users.
  Transaction Lock: The text is being processed in a transaction that has not yet been completed.
  Background Job: A background job is currently running that is using the text.
  Lock Entries: There may be lock entries in the database that prevent changes to the text.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check for Active Sessions: Verify if another user is currently editing the text. You can use transaction SM12 to check for lock entries. If you find a lock that is not being used, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  Wait and Retry: If another user is editing the text, you may need to wait until they finish and then try again.
  
  
  Check Background Jobs: Use transaction SM37 to check if there are any background jobs that might be locking the text. If a job is running, you may need to wait for it to complete.
  
  
  Transaction Monitoring: If you suspect that a transaction is causing the lock, you can use transaction SM21 to check the system log for any relevant messages.
  
  
  Contact Administrator: If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance. They may have additional tools or authorizations to investigate and resolve the lock.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SM21: View system logs.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage locks.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the issue.