How To Fix STMWFLOW052 - Type locked by user &1 om &2 at &3

STMWFLOW052 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STMWFLOW - Messages in Context of Package STMWFLOW

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Type locked by user &1 om &2 at &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STMWFLOW052 - Type locked by user &1 om &2 at &3 ?

  The SAP error message STMWFLOW052 indicates that a workflow is locked by a specific user. This typically occurs when a user is currently processing a workflow task, and another user attempts to access or modify the same task, leading to a lock situation.
  
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: The workflow task is currently being processed by another user, which prevents other users from accessing it.
  Long Processing Time: If a user takes a long time to complete a task, it can lead to locks that affect other users.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the workflow settings may lead to locking issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait until the user who is currently processing the task completes it. After that, you can try to access the workflow again.
  Identify the Locking User: Use transaction code SM12 to identify the user who has locked the workflow. You can check the lock entries and see which user