How To Fix /PLMI/BO_MBOM038 - Version &1 is already In-Work. Release to proceed.

/PLMI/BO_MBOM038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_MBOM -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Version &1 is already In-Work. Release to proceed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MBOM038 - Version &1 is already In-Work. Release to proceed. ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MBOM038 Version &1 is already In-Work. Release to proceed. typically occurs in the context of managing Bill of Materials (BOM) in SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management). This error indicates that the specified version of the BOM is currently in a status that prevents further modifications or actions until it is released.
  
  Cause:
  
  In-Work Status: The BOM version you are trying to work with is in an "In-Work" status, meaning it is currently being edited or is in a state that requires it to be released before further actions can be taken.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent multiple users from making changes to the same BOM version simultaneously. If one user has the BOM version open for editing, others will receive this error when trying to access it.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Release the BOM Version: If you have the necessary permissions, you can release the BOM version. This typically involves:
  
  Navigating