How To Fix /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG107 - Template &1 is locked by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG -

• Message number: 107

• Message text: Template &1 is locked by user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG107 - Template &1 is locked by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG107 Template &1 is locked by user &2 indicates that a specific template (identified by &1) is currently locked by another user (identified by &2). This typically occurs in scenarios where multiple users are trying to access or modify the same template simultaneously, leading to a conflict.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing or has opened the template, which prevents other users from making changes to it.
  Session Timeout: A user may have left the template open, and the session has not been properly closed, leading to a lock.
  System Error: Occasionally, system errors or crashes can leave a template in a locked state.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the template is locked by another user, the simplest solution is to wait until that user has finished their work and released the lock. You can periodically check if the template is available.
  Contact the User: If you know who the user is, you can reach out to them to ask if they can close the template or finish their work.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can see which user has locked the template and potentially delete the lock if it is no longer valid (ensure you have the necessary authorizations to do this).
  System Administrator Intervention: If the lock persists and you cannot resolve it, contact your SAP system administrator. They can investigate further and may need to release the lock manually.
  Review User Sessions: Ensure that users are properly logging out of their sessions to avoid leaving templates locked unintentionally.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related errors or issues.
  
  
  User Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to template management and locking mechanisms.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the locking issue related to the template in SAP.