How To Fix RSOD139 - Some documents are locked and cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSOD - Messages for Document Link

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Some documents are locked and cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSOD139 - Some documents are locked and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message RSOD139 indicates that there are some documents that are currently locked and cannot be deleted. This typically occurs in the context of document management or when trying to delete entries in the system that are still in use or have dependencies.
  Causes:
  
  Document Locking: The documents you are trying to delete are locked by another user or process. This can happen if the documents are being edited, viewed, or processed by another transaction.
  Dependencies: The documents may have dependencies or relationships with other documents or processes that prevent their deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the documents.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may prevent the deletion of documents under specific conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Locks:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the documents. You can see which user or process is holding the lock and take appropriate action (e.g., ask the user to release the lock).
  
  
  
  Release Locks:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually delete the locks in SM12. However, be cautious with this approach as it may disrupt other users.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Investigate if the documents have any dependencies. You may need to delete or modify related documents or entries before you can delete the locked documents.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to delete the documents has the appropriate authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust authorizations if necessary.
  
  
  
  Wait and Retry:
  
  If the documents are locked due to ongoing processes, you may need to wait until those processes are completed before attempting to delete the documents again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or module you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (for lock entries), SM21 (for system logs), and ST22 (for dumps) to troubleshoot further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message RSOD139.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or a more complex issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSOD139 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.