How To Fix MC168 - Matchcode object & could not be unlocked after maintenance

MC168 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Matchcode object & could not be unlocked after maintenance

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when unlocking a matchcode object.

System Response

Maintenance is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Remove the matchcode object lock with the transaction SM12.

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MC168 - Details

• The SAP error message MC168 indicates that a matchcode object could not be unlocked after maintenance. This typically occurs when there are issues related to the matchcode object in the SAP system, which is used for searching and retrieving data efficiently.
  
  Cause:
  
  Locking Issues: The matchcode object may be locked due to ongoing processes or transactions that are using it.
  Incomplete Maintenance: If the maintenance of the matchcode object was not completed successfully, it may remain in a locked state.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to unlock or modify the matchcode object.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that prevent the unlocking of the matchcode object.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the matchcode object. If you find any locks that are not needed, you can delete them (ensure you have the necessary authorizations).
  Re-run Maintenance: If the maintenance was incomplete, you may need