How To Fix MDG_BS_BP015 - Relationship: relationship category &1 is locked in change request &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_BP - MDG BP: general messages

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Relationship: relationship category &1 is locked in change request &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_BP015 - Relationship: relationship category &1 is locked in change request &2 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_BP015 indicates that a specific relationship category is locked in a change request. This typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) for Business Partners (BP) when you are trying to create or modify a relationship that is currently being processed in another change request.
  Cause:
  
  Locked Relationship: The relationship category you are trying to work with is already locked by another change request. This can happen if another user is editing the same business partner or relationship at the same time.
  Change Request Status: The change request that has locked the relationship may be in a status that prevents other changes from being made until it is completed or released.
  Concurrency Issues: Multiple users trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously can lead to locking issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Change Requests: Identify the change request that is locking the relationship. You can do this by checking the change request logs or using transaction codes like MDG_BS_BP to view active change requests.
  Wait for Release: If another user is working on the change request, you may need to wait until they complete their changes and release the request.
  Contact the User: If you know who is working on the change request, you can reach out to them to coordinate changes.
  Review Lock Entries: Use transaction SM12 to check for lock entries related to the business partner and relationship category. If necessary, you can delete the lock entry if you have the appropriate authorizations and if it is safe to do so.
  Change Request Management: Ensure that your change request management process is well-defined to minimize conflicts. This may include better communication among users or implementing a more structured workflow.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDG_BS_BP, SM12, and SWI1 (for workflow monitoring).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the necessary authorizations to view and manage change requests.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide patches and updates.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Master Data Governance and Business Partner management for best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue working with the business partner relationships in SAP MDG.