How To Fix RSMD_UC_MESSAGES011 - aDSO &1 is locked by user &2. Master data cannot be deleted at this time.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSMD_UC_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: aDSO &1 is locked by user &2. Master data cannot be deleted at this time.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSMD_UC_MESSAGES011 - aDSO &1 is locked by user &2. Master data cannot be deleted at this time. ?

  The SAP error message RSMD_UC_MESSAGES011 indicates that an Advanced DataStore Object (aDSO) is currently locked by a user, preventing any operations that require changes to the master data, such as deletion. This typically occurs in environments where multiple users or processes are interacting with the same data objects.
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: The aDSO is locked by a specific user (as indicated by &2 in the error message). This can happen if a user is currently performing an operation that requires exclusive access to the aDSO.
  Long-Running Transactions: If a transaction is taking a long time to complete, it may hold the lock longer than expected.
  Background Jobs: A background job may be running that is accessing the aDSO, causing it to be locked.
  System Issues: Occasionally, system issues or bugs can lead to locks not being released properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Locking User: Check who is currently locking the aDSO. You can use transaction SM12 to view and manage locks in the system. Look for the user ID mentioned in the error message.
  Communicate with the User: If the locking user is known, communicate with them to understand if they can release the lock or if they are still working on the data.
  Terminate the Session: If the user is no longer active or if the lock is not being released, you may need to terminate their session. This can be done in transaction SM04 or SM12.
  Wait for Completion: If the lock is due to a background job or a long-running transaction, you may need to wait until the job completes.
  Check for System Issues: If locks are persisting without a clear reason, check for any system issues or bugs that may be causing the locks to not be released properly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM04: To view active user sessions.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues with aDSO locking behavior.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on aDSOs and data management to understand best practices for handling locks and data operations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the locking issue and proceed with your operations on the aDSO.