How To Fix OBW205 - General error when locking the wizard. Please try again later

OBW205 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OBW - Messages for MM Customizing Wizards

• Message number: 205

• Message text: General error when locking the wizard. Please try again later

What causes this issue?

Locking of the wizard is not possible, maybe because of a general
problem with the lock table.

System Response

The system doesn't allows you to continue until this problem is
resolved.

How to fix this error?

Wait until the locking is possible.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OBW205 - General error when locking the wizard. Please try again later ?

  The SAP error message OBW205, which states "General error when locking the wizard. Please try again later," typically occurs in the context of using the SAP Business Workflow or when working with certain transaction codes that involve wizards or guided procedures. This error indicates that there is an issue with the locking mechanism that prevents the wizard from being accessed or executed properly.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Access: The error may occur if multiple users are trying to access the same wizard or transaction simultaneously, leading to a locking conflict.
  Session Issues: If a previous session did not close properly, it might still hold a lock on the wizard.
  Database Lock: There could be a database lock that is preventing the wizard from being accessed.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues can also lead to locking problems.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to locking errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Retry Access: As the message suggests,