How To Fix PK868 - Supplier &1 is locked

PK868 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 868

• Message text: Supplier &1 is locked

What causes this issue?

The master data for the supplier &V1& may include personal data and is
locked.

System Response

The supplier &V1& cannot be used.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK868 - Supplier &1 is locked ?

  The SAP error message PK868, which states "Supplier &1 is locked," typically occurs when a supplier record is locked in the system, preventing any further processing or changes to that supplier's data. This can happen for various reasons, such as:
  Causes:
  
  Manual Locking: A user may have manually locked the supplier record for maintenance or data integrity reasons.
  System Lock: The system may have automatically locked the supplier due to ongoing transactions or processes that require the supplier data to be stable.
  Data Consistency Issues: If there are inconsistencies or errors in the supplier data, the system may lock the record to prevent further issues.
  User Permissions: The user attempting to access or modify the supplier may not have the necessary permissions, leading to a lock.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Unlock the Supplier:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can unlock the supplier record using transaction code MK02 (Change Vendor) or MK03 (Display Vendor). Check the status of the supplier