How To Fix PAK_WB_FOUNDATION113 - &1 must be locked before it can be deleted

PAK_WB_FOUNDATION113 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAK_WB_FOUNDATION - Error messages for package SPAK_WB_FOUNDATION

• Message number: 113

• Message text: &1 must be locked before it can be deleted

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PAK_WB_FOUNDATION113 - Details

• The SAP error message PAK_WB_FOUNDATION113 indicates that a specific object (like a work breakdown structure, project, or another entity) must be locked before it can be deleted. This is a common error in SAP when trying to delete an object that is currently in use or not properly locked for deletion.
  
  Cause:
  
  Object in Use: The object you are trying to delete is currently being used or referenced in other transactions or processes.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If the object is not locked, the system will not allow deletion.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the object, which can also trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Lock the Object: Before attempting to delete the object, ensure that it is locked. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction where the object is managed.
  Using the appropriate function to lock the object (this may vary depending on