How To Fix M2062 - One of the requested objects is locked (try again later)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M2 - LIS: Generating and updating info structures

• Message number: 062

• Message text: One of the requested objects is locked (try again later)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2062 - One of the requested objects is locked (try again later) ?

  The SAP error message M2062, which states "One of the requested objects is locked (try again later)," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify a material or inventory object that is currently locked by another user or process. This locking mechanism is a part of SAP's data integrity and concurrency control, ensuring that multiple users do not make conflicting changes to the same data simultaneously.
  Causes:
  
  User Lock: Another user is currently editing or processing the same material or inventory object.
  Background Jobs: A background job or batch process is running that has locked the object.
  Transaction Lock: A transaction that involves the object is still open, preventing other transactions from accessing it.
  System Lock: The system may have placed a lock on the object due to a previous error or incomplete transaction.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for a few moments and then try the operation again. The lock may be released once the other user or process completes its task.
  Identify the Lock:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for locks. You can see which user or process is holding the lock on the object.
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can unlock the object from this transaction, but be cautious as this may lead to data inconsistencies if the other user is still working on it.
  
  
  Check Background Jobs: Use transaction SM37 to check if there are any background jobs that might be locking the object. If you find a job that is causing the lock, you may need to wait for it to complete or contact the responsible team.
  Review Open Transactions: Ensure that there are no open transactions that might be holding the lock. If a transaction was interrupted or did not complete properly, it may have left the object in a locked state.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause of the lock, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Lock Management: Understanding how SAP handles locks can help in troubleshooting. Locks can be at the database level or application level, and they can be exclusive (preventing all other access) or shared (allowing read access).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage locks in the system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on lock management and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M2062 error and continue with your operations in SAP.