How To Fix SRT_REG018 - Configuration locked by user &. Display only.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_REG - SRT Registry

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Configuration locked by user &. Display only.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_REG018 - Configuration locked by user &. Display only. ?

  The SAP error message SRT_REG018 indicates that a configuration is locked by a user, which typically means that another user is currently editing the configuration settings in the SAP system. This can happen in various scenarios, especially when multiple users are trying to access or modify the same configuration settings simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing the configuration, which locks the settings to prevent conflicting changes.
  Session Timeout: A previous session may not have been properly closed, leaving the configuration locked.
  System Error: Occasionally, a system error or crash may leave a configuration in a locked state.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If another user is editing the configuration, wait for them to finish and then try again.
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks in the system. You can see which user is holding the lock and the object that is locked.
  Release the Lock: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually release the lock from transaction SM12. Be cautious when doing this, as it may disrupt the other user's work.
  Check User Sessions: Ensure that there are no orphaned sessions that might be holding the lock. You can check this in transaction SM04.
  Contact Administrator: If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM04: To view user sessions.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to view and manage locks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuration management and locking mechanisms.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SRT_REG018 error and regain access to the configuration settings.