How To Fix /SEHS/DG_DGA131 - Data record &1 &2 &3 cannot be saved (locked)

/SEHS/DG_DGA131 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/DG_DGA -

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Data record &1 &2 &3 cannot be saved (locked)

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/SEHS/DG_DGA131 - Details

• The SAP error message /SEHS/DG_DGA131 Data record &1 &2 &3 cannot be saved (locked) typically indicates that the data record you are trying to save is currently locked. This can happen for several reasons, such as:
  Causes:
  
  Record Locking: The record is being edited by another user or process, which prevents you from saving changes.
  Transaction Lock: The transaction you are using may have a lock mechanism that prevents concurrent updates.
  Background Jobs: A background job may be processing the same data, causing it to be locked.
  Database Lock: There may be a database-level lock on the record due to a previous transaction that has not yet been completed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the record. You can see which user or process is holding the lock and take appropriate action.
  Wait and Retry: If another user is editing the record, you may need to wait until they finish and