How To Fix /SAPAPO/SDP224 - Selection is locked

/SAPAPO/SDP224 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SDP -

• Message number: 224

• Message text: Selection is locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP224 - Selection is locked ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP224 Selection is locked typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to access or modify a selection that is currently locked by another user or process. This locking mechanism is in place to prevent data inconsistencies and ensure that multiple users do not make conflicting changes at the same time.
  
  Cause:
  
  User Locking: Another user is currently working on the same selection or has it locked for editing.
  Background Jobs: A background job may be processing data related to the selection, causing it to be locked.
  System Locking Mechanism: The system may have a temporary lock due to a previous operation that did not complete successfully.
  
  
  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 code SM12 to check for locks in the system. You