How To Fix /SEHS/DG_DG152 - You cannot change locked data records

/SEHS/DG_DG152 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/DG_DG -

• Message number: 152

• Message text: You cannot change locked data records

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/SEHS/DG_DG152 - Details

• The SAP error message /SEHS/DG_DG152: You cannot change locked data records typically occurs when you attempt to modify data that is currently locked in the system. This locking mechanism is in place to prevent data inconsistencies and ensure data integrity during concurrent access by multiple users.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Locking: The record you are trying to change is locked by another user or process. This can happen if another user is currently editing the same record or if a background job has locked the record for processing.
  Transaction Lock: The transaction you are using may have a built-in mechanism to lock records while they are being processed.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the locked records, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Locks: 
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the data records. You can see which user or process is holding the lock and take appropriate