How To Fix PIQAGM024 - Transfer regulation &1 cannot be deleted because it is locked by &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PIQAGM - Equivalency Determination

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Transfer regulation &1 cannot be deleted because it is locked by &2

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The system terminates deletion.

How to fix this error?

You can delete the transfer regulation when it is has been unlocked.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PIQAGM024 - Transfer regulation &1 cannot be deleted because it is locked by &2 ?

  The SAP error message PIQAGM024 indicates that a transfer regulation (in the context of SAP Student Lifecycle Management or similar modules) cannot be deleted because it is currently locked by another user or process. This locking mechanism is in place to prevent data inconsistencies that could arise from concurrent modifications.
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: Another user is currently editing or has locked the transfer regulation.
  System Lock: The system may have a lock due to a background job or process that is currently using the transfer regulation.
  Transaction In Progress: A transaction that involves the transfer regulation is still in progress, preventing deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Entries:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can filter by the user or the object type to find out who is locking the transfer regulation.
  If you find a lock that is no longer needed, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Communicate with Users:
  
  If another user is locking the regulation, communicate with them to see if they can release the lock.
  
  
  
  Wait for Background Jobs:
  
  If a background job is locking the regulation, you may need to wait for it to complete. You can check the status of background jobs using transaction code SM37.
  
  
  
  Check for Open Transactions:
  
  Ensure that there are no open transactions that are using the transfer regulation. If there are, you may need to complete or cancel those transactions.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In rare cases, if the lock persists and you cannot identify the cause, a system restart may be necessary. However, this should be done with caution and typically requires coordination with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary for the structure of the transfer regulation.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing locks and understanding the locking mechanism in SAP.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to view and manage locks in the system.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or raise a ticket with SAP support for further assistance.