How To Fix SBEIF054 - Function &1 is not 'model only' and cannot be locked

SBEIF054 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SBEIF - Repository API Business Navigator

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Function &1 is not 'model only' and cannot be locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SBEIF054 - Function &1 is not 'model only' and cannot be locked ?

  The SAP error message SBEIF054 indicates that a specific function (denoted by &1 in the message) is not set to "model only" and therefore cannot be locked. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or similar applications where locking mechanisms are used to prevent concurrent modifications to data or processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Function Type: The function you are trying to lock is not configured as a "model only" function. In SAP BPC, "model only" functions are designed to be used in a way that allows them to be locked for exclusive access, while other functions may be intended for broader use.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings of the function or the model that is causing it to be treated as a non-lockable function.
  User Permissions: The user attempting to lock the function may not have the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Function Configuration: