How To Fix RMSA450QM012 - The required QM data is currently locked by another user

RMSA450QM012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSA450QM - RMS: ATL QM Message Texts for QM Title Element

• Message number: 012

• Message text: The required QM data is currently locked by another user

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RMSA450QM012 - Details

• The SAP error message RMSA450QM012 indicates that the Quality Management (QM) data you are trying to access or modify is currently locked by another user. This typically occurs in scenarios where multiple users are trying to access the same data simultaneously, leading to a lock situation to maintain data integrity.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Locking: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If one user is editing or processing QM data, the system locks that data for other users.
  Long-running Transactions: If a user has a long-running transaction that involves QM data, it can lead to locks that prevent others from accessing the same data.
  Unfinished Processes: If a previous process was not completed properly (e.g., a user exited without saving), it may leave the data locked.
  Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs that interact with QM data can also cause locks.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the other user to finish