How To Fix PG105 - Lock indicator for record changed

PG105 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PG - Error Messages for Master Data Programs

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Lock indicator for record changed

What causes this issue?

The <DS:DE.SPRPS>lock indicator</> of the record was successfully
changed.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PG105 - Lock indicator for record changed ?

  The SAP error message PG105, which states "Lock indicator for record changed," typically occurs when there is an attempt to modify a record that is currently locked by another user or process. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in scenarios involving data entry or updates in tables that are subject to locking mechanisms.
  
  Cause:
  
  Record Locking: The primary cause of this error is that the record you are trying to change is locked by another user or transaction. SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies that can arise from concurrent updates.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction takes too long to complete, it may hold locks longer than expected, causing other users to encounter this error.
  Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may lock records while they are being processed, leading to this error for users trying to access the same records.
  Incorrect Lock Management: In some cases, improper handling of locks in