How To Fix PAIS026 - Query &1 is locked for changes: it cannot be overwritten

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAIS - Messages for PA-IS (Ad Hoc Query etc.)

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Query &1 is locked for changes: it cannot be overwritten

What causes this issue?

You have tried to save a query using a name ("&V1&") that already
exists. The existing query cannot be overwritten because it has been
locked for changes by the following user: &V2&.

System Response

The system does not allow you to save the query using the name &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Choose a different name for the query you want to save.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAIS026 - Query &1 is locked for changes: it cannot be overwritten ?

  The SAP error message PAIS026 indicates that a query (identified by &1) is currently locked for changes, meaning that it cannot be modified or overwritten at that moment. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Query, where queries can be locked by users or processes to prevent concurrent modifications.
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: Another user is currently editing the query, which locks it for changes.
  System Lock: The query might be locked due to a system process or transaction that is currently using it.
  Transport Lock: If the query is part of a transport request, it may be locked to prevent changes while the transport is being processed.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the query, leading to a perceived lock.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Active Sessions: Verify if another user is currently editing the query. You can use transaction code SM12 to check for locks and see if another user has locked the query.
  Wait and Retry: If another user is editing the query, you may need to wait until they finish and release the lock.
  Release Locks: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually release the lock using transaction SM12. Be cautious with this approach, as it may disrupt another user's work.
  Check Transport Requests: If the query is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is completed or that you have the necessary permissions to modify it.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to edit the query. You may need to contact your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks in the system.
  SQ01: To manage queries in SAP Query.
  SQ02: To manage InfoSets.
  SQ03: To manage user groups.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on query management and locking mechanisms.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to query locking or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.