How To Fix MDC_MODEL063 - Matching could not be completed due to active records being locked

MDC_MODEL063 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_MODEL - Messages In Context Of MDC Model

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Matching could not be completed due to active records being locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_MODEL063 - Matching could not be completed due to active records being locked ?

  The SAP error message MDC_MODEL063 indicates that a matching process could not be completed because there are active records that are locked. This typically occurs in the context of data modeling or master data management within SAP systems, particularly when working with the SAP S/4HANA system or SAP BW.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Locked Records: The primary cause of this error is that certain records in the database are locked by another user or process. This can happen if:
  
  Another user is currently editing or processing the same records.
  A transaction is still open and has not been completed, causing the records to remain locked.
  A background job or batch process is running that has not yet released the locks.
  
  
  
  Database Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to ensure data integrity. When a record is being modified, it is locked to prevent other transactions from accessing it until the first transaction is completed.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MDC_MODEL063 error, you