How To Fix /PM0/ABP_API_MESSAGE006 - Contract &1 is locked because of &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_API_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Contract &1 is locked because of &2

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/ABP_API_MESSAGE006 - Contract &1 is locked because of &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_API_MESSAGE006 indicates that a contract (identified by &1) is locked due to a specific reason (indicated by &2). This error typically occurs in the context of contract management within SAP, particularly when trying to access or modify a contract that is currently locked by another user or process.
  
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: Another user is currently editing or has locked the contract for changes.
  System Lock: The contract may be locked by a background job or a system process that is currently using it.
  Transaction Lock: The contract might be in a transaction that has not been completed or has encountered an error, leaving it in a locked state.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can search for the user ID or the contract number to see if there are any active locks.
  Contact the User: If another user has locked the contract, you may need