How To Fix SEPM_UI005 - Product '&1' is locked by user '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEPM_UI - EPM: Messages for UI

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Product '&1' is locked by user '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEPM_UI005 - Product '&1' is locked by user '&2' ?

  The SAP error message SEPM_UI005 indicates that a specific product (denoted by '&1') is currently locked by a user (denoted by '&2'). This typically occurs in the context of SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or SAP Enterprise Product Development (EPD) when a user is trying to edit or access a product that is already being modified or accessed by another user.
  Cause:
  
  User Locking: The product is locked by another user who is currently editing or processing it. This is a common scenario in collaborative environments where multiple users may need to work on the same product data.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, a user may have an active session that has not been properly closed, leading to a lock on the product.
  System Errors: Occasionally, system errors or crashes can leave a product in a locked state.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for Release: If the product is locked by another user, the simplest solution is to wait until that user has finished their work and released the lock.
  Contact the User: If you know who the user is (as indicated by '&2'), you can contact them to ask if they can release the lock.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can look for the specific product and see which user has locked it. If necessary, a system administrator can remove the lock if it is no longer valid.
  Session Management: Ensure that all sessions are properly closed. If a session is stuck, you may need to log out and log back in.
  System Administrator Intervention: If the lock persists and cannot be resolved through the above methods, a system administrator may need to intervene to clear the lock.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SE16N: To view the database table entries related to the product.
  
  
  User Management: Ensure that users are aware of proper session management practices to avoid unnecessary locks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on product locking mechanisms and best practices in collaborative environments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SEPM_UI005 error and regain access to the locked product.