How To Fix USMD1A025 - &2 is completely locked by user &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1A - Messages: Abstraction Layer

• Message number: 025

• Message text: &2 is completely locked by user &1

What causes this issue?

The entities of entity type &V2& are being processed by user &V1&.

System Response

Processing terminates.

How to fix this error?

You can use transaction SM12 to view the locks.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD1A025 - &2 is completely locked by user &1 ?

  The SAP error message USMD1A025 indicates that a specific object (such as a data record or a business object) is completely locked by a user. This typically occurs in the context of data management or data migration processes, particularly when using tools like SAP Master Data Governance (MDG).
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A user has locked a specific object for editing, preventing other users from accessing or modifying it.
  The lock may be due to an ongoing transaction or process that has not been completed or released.
  The user may have left a session open, or there may be a system issue that has not released the lock.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Locking User: Check which user is holding the lock. The error message typically provides the user ID that has locked the object.
  
  
  Contact the User: If possible, contact the user who has locked the object to see if they can release the lock by completing or canceling their transaction.
  
  
  Use Transaction SM12: 
  
  Go to transaction code SM12 in SAP.
  Enter the user ID that is locking the object and execute the search.
  You will see a list of locks held by that user. You can choose to delete the lock if you have the necessary authorizations and if it is safe to do so (ensure that the user is not actively working on the object).
  
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may hold locks. Check transaction SM37 to see if there are any jobs running that might be causing the lock.
  
  
  System Restart: In rare cases, if the lock persists and cannot be released, a system restart may be necessary. This should be done with caution and typically requires coordination with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  Review Lock Management Settings: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the lock management settings and processes in your SAP environment to ensure they are optimized.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Lock Management: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. Understanding how locks work in SAP can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (for viewing and managing locks), SM37 (for monitoring background jobs), and SM21 (for system logs).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.