How To Fix /SCWM/UI_DIFF048 - &1 items skipped because they are locked

/SCWM/UI_DIFF048 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/UI_DIFF -

• Message number: 048

• Message text: &1 items skipped because they are locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/UI_DIFF048 - &1 items skipped because they are locked ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/UI_DIFF048 indicates that certain items in the system are locked, which prevents them from being processed in the current operation. This typically occurs in the context of warehouse management processes, particularly when dealing with stock differences or inventory management.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Locked Items: The items in question are locked due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Ongoing transactions that are currently being processed.
  Manual locks set by users or system processes.
  Items being processed in another transaction or by another user.
  
  
  
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may lead to items being locked during specific operations, such as stock transfers, inventory counts, or adjustments.
  
  
  User Permissions: Users may not have the necessary permissions to unlock or process the items.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Locks: 
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the items. This transaction allows you to view and manage locks in the system.
  Identify the user or process that has locked the items and determine