How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2232 - Lock for a changed object

/SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2232 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2 -

• Message number: 232

• Message text: Lock for a changed object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2232 - Lock for a changed object ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2232 indicates that there is a lock on a changed object in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) system. This typically occurs when multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same object simultaneously, leading to a conflict.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Multiple users or processes are trying to change the same object at the same time.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold a lock on an object longer than expected.
  Uncommitted Changes: If a user has made changes to an object but has not yet committed those changes, the object remains locked.
  System Errors: Sometimes, system errors or crashes can leave locks in place that need to be cleared.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for a few moments and then retrying the operation may resolve the issue.
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction codes like SM12 (for lock entries)