How To Fix SMIF004 - Matching Object &1 was locked by another user

SMIF004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMIF - Matching Interfaces

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Matching Object &1 was locked by another user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMIF004 - Matching Object &1 was locked by another user ?

  The SAP error message SMIF004 indicates that a specific object (denoted by &1) is currently locked by another user. This typically occurs when multiple users attempt to access or modify the same object simultaneously, leading to a conflict.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing or processing the object, which prevents other users from making changes.
  Transaction Locking: Certain transactions in SAP lock objects to maintain data integrity. If a user is in the middle of a transaction that locks the object, others will be unable to access it.
  Long-running Processes: If a process takes a long time to complete, it may hold the lock for an extended period, causing other users to encounter this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the other user to finish their work and then try again.
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks. You can see which user is holding