How To Fix /SCWM/ERPINTMFG201 - Document for manufacturing order &1 locked by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/ERPINTMFG -

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Document for manufacturing order &1 locked by user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/ERPINTMFG201 - Document for manufacturing order &1 locked by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/ERPINTMFG201 indicates that a document related to a manufacturing order is locked by another user. This typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when a user attempts to access or modify a manufacturing order that is currently being processed or edited by another user.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently working on the same manufacturing order, which causes the system to lock the document to prevent data inconsistencies.
  Session Timeout: A user may have left a session open, causing the document to remain locked even if they are no longer actively working on it.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may lead to more frequent locking scenarios, especially in high-transaction environments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the other user to finish their work and release the lock. You can periodically check if the document is still locked.
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction code SM12 to view and manage locks in the system. You can check which user has locked the document and the timestamp of the lock.
  Contact the User: If you identify the user who has locked the document, you can reach out to them to see if they can release the lock.
  Release the Lock: If the user is unavailable and the lock is preventing critical work, a system administrator can release the lock using transaction SM12. However, this should be done with caution to avoid data inconsistencies.
  Review Processes: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the processes and workflows to minimize concurrent access to the same documents.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  SU01: To check user details and their sessions.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to EWM and manufacturing order processing for best practices on handling locks and concurrent access.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly manage their sessions and avoid leaving documents locked unnecessarily.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the locking issue and continue with your work on the manufacturing order.