How To Fix /SCWM/UI147 - Inbound delivery notification &1 is locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI -

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Inbound delivery notification &1 is locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI147 - Inbound delivery notification &1 is locked ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI147 Inbound delivery notification &1 is locked typically indicates that the inbound delivery notification you are trying to process is currently locked by another user or process. This can happen in scenarios where multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same inbound delivery at the same time.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently editing or processing the inbound delivery notification.
  Transaction Lock: The system may have placed a lock on the inbound delivery due to an ongoing transaction that has not yet been completed.
  Background Jobs: A background job may be processing the inbound delivery, causing it to be locked temporarily.
  System Errors: Occasionally, system errors or inconsistencies can lead to locks that do not release properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for a few moments and then retrying the operation may resolve the issue.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can search for the specific inbound delivery number to see if it is locked and by whom.
  
  If you find a lock that seems unnecessary, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations) to release the lock.
  
  
  Identify the User/Process: If another user is locking the delivery, communicate with them to understand if they can release the lock.
  Review Background Jobs: Check if there are any background jobs running that might be processing the inbound delivery. You can use transaction code SM37 to monitor background jobs.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the lock is persisting.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  SLG1: To check application logs for any related errors.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to inbound delivery notifications and locking mechanisms.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations to access and modify inbound deliveries to prevent unnecessary locks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the locking issue related to the inbound delivery notification in SAP.