How To Fix /PLMI/ECR_BO006 - Engineering record &1 locked by &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/ECR_BO -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Engineering record &1 locked by &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/ECR_BO006 - Engineering record &1 locked by &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/ECR_BO006 Engineering record &1 locked by &2 indicates that an engineering change record (ECR) is currently locked by another user or process. This typically occurs when multiple users are trying to access or modify the same engineering record simultaneously, leading to a conflict.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing the engineering change record (ECR) identified by &1.
  Session Lock: The record may be locked due to an open session that has not been properly closed or released.
  Background Jobs: A background job or process may be holding a lock on the record.
  System Issues: Occasionally, system issues or bugs can lead to locks not being released properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for the other user to finish their work and release the lock may resolve the issue.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can look for the specific ECR and see which user or process is holding the lock.
  
  If you find the lock and it is no longer needed, you can delete the lock entry (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  Contact the User: If you identify the user who has the lock, you can reach out to them to see if they can release it.
  System Administrator: If the lock persists and you cannot resolve it, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance. They may need to investigate further or release the lock manually.
  Review Background Jobs: Check if any background jobs are running that might be holding the lock. You can use transaction SM37 to monitor background jobs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  SE11: To check the database table structure if needed.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage locks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on handling locks and ECRs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the error.