How To Fix PPE_INST050 - Geometric instance &1/&2 (&3) must not be unlocked

PPE_INST050 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPE_INST - Messages for Geometric Instances

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Geometric instance &1/&2 (&3) must not be unlocked

What causes this issue?

To execute your requested action, a geometric instance has to be
unlocked that cannot be unlocked.

System Response

The system does not execute your requested action.

How to fix this error?

Save your data and execute the action again. durch.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE_INST050 - Geometric instance &1/&2 (&3) must not be unlocked ?

  The SAP error message PPE_INST050 indicates that a geometric instance (such as a product or a material) is currently in a state that does not allow it to be unlocked. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules where geometric instances are managed.
  
  Cause:
  The error message PPE_INST050 is triggered when:
  
  The geometric instance is locked for editing or processing by another user or process.
  The instance may be in a state that requires it to remain locked (e.g., it is part of a workflow, approval process, or is being used in a transaction).
  There may be a configuration or system issue that is preventing the unlocking of the instance.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Lock Status: Verify if the geometric instance is locked by another user or process. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks in the system.
  
  
  Release Locks: