How To Fix PPE4201 - The production version &1/&2/&3 is locked (Lock &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPE4 - Messages from the iPPE Access Object

• Message number: 201

• Message text: The production version &1/&2/&3 is locked (Lock &4)

What causes this issue?

The production version &V1&/&V2&/&V3& has been locked according to the
settings in the production version data. (Lock: &V4&).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE4201 - The production version &1/&2/&3 is locked (Lock &4) ?

  The SAP error message PPE4201 indicates that a specific production version is locked, which prevents any changes or processing related to that production version. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during production planning, execution, or when trying to make changes to the production version.
  Cause:
  The locking of a production version can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Active Processes: The production version may be in use by an active production order or process.
  User Lock: A user may have locked the production version for editing or maintenance.
  System Lock: The system may have placed a lock due to a transaction that is currently being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that enforce locks under certain conditions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PPE4201 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Lock Status:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the production version. You can filter by the production version number to see if there are any active locks.
  If you find a lock that is no longer needed, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Identify the Locking User:
  
  In the SM12 transaction, identify the user who has locked the production version. If it is a user lock, you may need to contact that user to release the lock.
  
  
  
  Check Active Processes:
  
  Verify if there are any active production orders or processes that are using the production version. You can check this in transaction codes like CO03 (Display Production Order) or MD04 (Stock/Requirements List).
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion:
  
  If the lock is due to an ongoing process, you may need to wait until that process is completed before you can access the production version.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis or IT support team for further assistance. They may have additional tools or access to resolve the locking issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  CO03: To display production orders.
  MD04: To view stock and requirements.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to production version locking.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for production planning and version management to understand how locks are managed in your specific SAP environment.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the PPE4201 error.