How To Fix SFSG_RP_MESSAGES017 - Lock exception on deletion of 'N' version of &

SFSG_RP_MESSAGES017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SFSG_RP_MESSAGES - Message Class for FastSearch Repository

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Lock exception on deletion of 'N' version of &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SFSG_RP_MESSAGES017 - Lock exception on deletion of 'N' version of & ?

  The SAP error message SFSG_RP_MESSAGES017 indicates a lock exception that occurs when attempting to delete a 'N' version of a specific object (denoted by &). This typically happens in the context of SAP SuccessFactors or related modules where versioning and locking mechanisms are in place to prevent data inconsistencies.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Locking Mechanism: The error usually arises when the object you are trying to delete is currently locked by another user or process. This can happen if:
  
  Another user is editing the same object.
  A background job is processing the object.
  The object is in use by a transaction that has not yet been completed.
  
  
  
  Versioning Issues: The 'N' version refers to a specific version of the object. If there are dependencies or references to this version, it may not be deletable until those dependencies are resolved.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Locks: 
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any existing locks on the object. If you find locks that