How To Fix MPE_EXEC_CONF021 - Could not confirm. Order &1 is locked

MPE_EXEC_CONF021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_EXEC_CONF - Messages for Shop Floor Order Confirmation

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Could not confirm. Order &1 is locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_EXEC_CONF021 - Could not confirm. Order &1 is locked ?

  The SAP error message MPE_EXEC_CONF021 indicates that the system is unable to confirm an order because it is currently locked. This can happen for various reasons, such as another user or process holding a lock on the order, or the order being in a state that does not allow confirmation.
  Causes:
  
  Order Locking: The order may be locked by another user or process. This can occur if someone is currently editing the order or if a background job is processing it.
  Incomplete Data: The order might be in an incomplete state, preventing confirmation.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to confirm the order may not have the necessary authorizations to do so.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system issues or inconsistencies that are causing the lock.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Lock Entries:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries related to the order. You can search for the order number and see if it is locked by another