How To Fix /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES593 - Error locking planning version &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 593

• Message text: Error locking planning version &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES593 - Error locking planning version &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES593 indicates that there is an issue with locking a planning version in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically occurs when a planning version is being accessed or modified by another user or process, preventing the current user from obtaining the necessary lock to perform their operations.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently using the planning version, which leads to a lock being placed on it.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings that affect how locks are managed in the system.
  Long-Running Transactions: If a transaction is taking a long time to complete, it may hold the lock longer than expected.
  Database Issues: Sometimes, database locks or issues can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Sessions: Use transaction codes like SM12 (for lock entries) to check if there are any active sessions holding locks on the planning version. If you find any, you may need to coordinate with the user to release the lock.
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for a few moments and then retrying the operation may resolve the issue.
  Transaction Monitoring: Use transaction SM66 to monitor active processes in the system. Identify any long-running transactions that may be holding locks and address them accordingly.
  System Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to locking mechanisms in your SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Contact Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team to investigate further, especially if there are underlying database issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP APO documentation for information on planning versions and locking mechanisms.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly manage planning versions to minimize locking issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.