How To Fix MMPUR_PR_CENTRAL_HUB006 - Purchase order &1 is locked in the connected system.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_PR_CENTRAL_HUB - message class for the manage central PR app

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Purchase order &1 is locked in the connected system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_PR_CENTRAL_HUB006 - Purchase order &1 is locked in the connected system. ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_PR_CENTRAL_HUB006 indicates that a purchase order (PO) is locked in the connected system. This typically occurs in scenarios where a central purchasing system is integrated with one or more connected systems (like satellite systems) and the purchase order is being accessed or modified in one of those systems.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: The purchase order is currently being edited or processed in another session or by another user in the connected system.
  System Lock: The connected system may have a lock on the purchase order due to a transaction that is not yet completed or has encountered an error.
  Network Issues: Temporary network issues may cause the system to think the PO is locked when it is not.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the central hub or connected systems that are causing the lock.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Status: Use transaction code SM12 in the connected system to check for any locks on the purchase order. If you find a lock, you can either wait for the lock to be released or, if appropriate, you can delete the lock (ensure you have the necessary authorizations and that it is safe to do so).
  
  
  Identify the User: In transaction SM12, you can also identify which user or session is holding the lock. If it is a user who is not actively working on the PO, you may contact them to release the lock.
  
  
  Retry the Operation: After confirming that the purchase order is no longer locked, retry the operation that caused the error.
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may hold locks on POs. Check if there are any background jobs running that might be affecting the PO.
  
  
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any related errors or messages that might provide more context on why the lock is occurring.
  
  
  Consult Basis Team: If the issue persists, consult your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying system issues or configurations that may be causing the lock.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SLG1: To view application logs.
  ME23N: To display the purchase order and check its status.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on handling locks and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue related to the locked purchase order in the connected system.