How To Fix M5138 - Selection version & locked by another user

M5138 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M5 - LIS: Standard Analyses (Inventory Controlling Doc. Analysis)

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Selection version & locked by another user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M5138 - Selection version & locked by another user ?

  The SAP error message M5138, which states "Selection version & locked by another user," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify a selection version that is currently locked by another user. This can happen in various SAP transactions, particularly in the context of inventory management or material requirements planning (MRP).
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently using or has locked the selection version you are trying to access. This can happen if multiple users are working on the same selection version simultaneously.
  Unreleased Locks: Sometimes, a lock may not be released properly due to a session crash or an unexpected termination of the transaction.
  Long-Running Transactions: If a transaction takes a long time to complete, it may hold the lock for an extended period, preventing others from accessing the selection version.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for a few moments and then retrying the operation may resolve