How To Fix /PM0/ABC_IBC166 - No active import lock for data that originates from product engine

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABC_IBC -

• Message number: 166

• Message text: No active import lock for data that originates from product engine

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABC_IBC166 - No active import lock for data that originates from product engine ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABC_IBC166 No active import lock for data that originates from product engine typically occurs in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or similar applications where data is being imported or processed. This error indicates that the system is trying to import data that requires an active import lock, but no such lock is currently in place.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Import Lock: The error suggests that the data being processed requires an import lock, which is not currently active. This can happen if the import process was interrupted or if the lock was not properly established before the import attempt.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple processes are trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously, it may lead to situations where the import lock is not acquired.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the IBP or related systems that are not set up correctly, leading to the absence