How To Fix /MSG/4_PM_MESSAGE020 - Product data are currently locked against changes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /MSG/4_PM_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Product data are currently locked against changes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /MSG/4_PM_MESSAGE020 - Product data are currently locked against changes ?

  The SAP error message /MSG/4_PM_MESSAGE020 indicates that product data is currently locked against changes. This typically occurs when another user or process is editing the same product data, or when a background job is running that locks the data for processing.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing the product data.
  Background Jobs: A background job is running that locks the data for processing.
  Transaction Locking: The system may have a lock due to a previous transaction that did not complete properly.
  Data Consistency: The system may be enforcing data consistency rules that prevent changes while certain conditions are met.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait and Retry: If another user is editing the data, wait for them to finish and then try again.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can see which user or process is holding the lock and take appropriate action.
  Release Locks: If you find that a lock is held unnecessarily (e.g., due to a user session that is no longer active), you can release the lock from SM12 if you have the necessary authorizations.
  Check Background Jobs: Use transaction code SM37 to check for any background jobs that might be locking the data. If a job is running longer than expected, you may need to investigate or terminate it if appropriate.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage locks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on locking mechanisms and data consistency rules.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the issue.