How To Fix MPD309 - Effectivity data is locked; data transfer aborted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPD - Message Class for A&D MPD

• Message number: 309

• Message text: Effectivity data is locked; data transfer aborted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPD309 - Effectivity data is locked; data transfer aborted ?

  The SAP error message MPD309, which states "Effectivity data is locked; data transfer aborted," typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or production planning processes. This error indicates that the effectivity data for a material is currently locked, preventing any changes or data transfers related to that material.
  Causes:
  
  Data Locking: The effectivity data for the material is locked by another user or process. This can happen if another transaction is currently editing the same data.
  Background Jobs: A background job may be running that is using the effectivity data, causing it to be locked for other transactions.
  Transaction Errors: An error in a previous transaction may have left the data in a locked state.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the effectivity data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the effectivity data. If you find a lock