How To Fix MDU002 - Master data lot &1 (appl. &2) could not be locked

MDU002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDU - Master Data Update: Master Data Lot

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Master data lot &1 (appl. &2) could not be locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDU002 - Master data lot &1 (appl. &2) could not be locked ?

  The SAP error message MDU002 indicates that a specific master data lot (identified by &1) in the application (identified by &2) could not be locked. This typically occurs when multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same piece of master data simultaneously, leading to a conflict in data locking mechanisms.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently accessing or modifying the same master data lot, preventing your transaction from obtaining a lock.
  Long-running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold the lock longer than expected, causing other transactions to fail when trying to access the same data.
  System Performance Issues: High system load or performance issues can lead to delays in lock acquisition.
  Database Locking Issues: Problems with the database or its configuration can also lead to locking issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the error is due to concurrent access, waiting for a few moments