How To Fix /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR103 - Demand locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR -

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Demand locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR103 - Demand locked ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DP_CHAR103 indicates that a demand (or forecast) entry in the Demand Planning (DP) module of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) is locked. This typically occurs when a demand entry is being edited or processed by another user or transaction, preventing you from making changes to it.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently editing the demand data.
  Transaction Lock: A transaction that modifies demand data is still active, causing a lock on the data.
  System Issues: Sometimes, system issues or inconsistencies can lead to unexpected locks.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Active Sessions: Verify if another user is currently editing the demand data. You can use transaction codes like SM12 (to check for locks) or SM21 (to check system logs) to identify any active sessions that might be causing the lock.
  
  
  Wait and Retry: If another user is editing the data, you may need to wait until they finish and then try again.
  
  
  Release Locks: If you find that a lock is held unnecessarily (for example, due to a user session that has been terminated), you can manually release the lock using transaction SM12. Be cautious when doing this, as it may disrupt other users.
  
  
  Check Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may hold locks. Check if there are any running jobs that might be affecting the demand data.
  
  
  System Restart: In rare cases, if the lock persists and cannot be resolved through the above methods, a system restart may be necessary to clear any lingering locks.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage locks.
  SM21: System log for monitoring.
  SM37: Check background jobs.
  
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify demand data in the system.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on demand planning and locking mechanisms.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.