How To Fix USMD2382 - Action not possible; nodes locked in different change requests

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD2 - Master Data: UI Modeling

• Message number: 382

• Message text: Action not possible; nodes locked in different change requests

What causes this issue?

The system cannot determine a change request because the source
hierarchy node &V1& is locked in change request &V3& and the target
hierarchy node &V2& is locked in change request &V4&.

System Response

You cannot complete the action in the hierarchy.

How to fix this error?

Finalize change requests &V3& and &V4& so that you can include source
hierarchy node &V1& and target node &V2& in the same change request.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD2382 - Action not possible; nodes locked in different change requests ?

  The SAP error message USMD2382 indicates that an action cannot be performed because the nodes (or objects) you are trying to modify are locked in different change requests. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when multiple users or processes are trying to make changes to the same data objects simultaneously, leading to a conflict.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Changes: Multiple users are trying to edit the same master data objects, and these objects are locked in different change requests.
  Change Request Management: The system uses change requests to manage changes to master data. If a node is locked in one change request, it cannot be modified in another until the lock is released.
  Data Locking Mechanism: SAP employs a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. When a user starts editing a node, it gets locked for that user until the changes are saved or the request is released.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Locking Change Request: 
  
  Use transaction code SE11 or SE16 to check the relevant tables (like MDG_MDS_LOCK) to identify which change requests are locking the nodes.
  You can also use transaction SM12 to view and manage locks in the system.
  
  
  
  Release the Lock:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can release the lock by either completing the change request or by manually unlocking it in transaction SM12.
  If the lock is held by another user, you may need to communicate with that user to resolve the conflict.
  
  
  
  Wait for the Lock to be Released: If the lock is held by another user and you cannot intervene, you may need to wait until they complete their changes and release the lock.
  
  
  Change Request Management: Ensure that your change requests are managed properly. Avoid overlapping changes on the same nodes by coordinating with your team.
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your processes to manage such conflicts gracefully, possibly by notifying users when a node is locked.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP MDG documentation for best practices on managing change requests and locks.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to handle change requests and understand the locking mechanism in SAP MDG.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the USMD2382 error and continue working with your master data in SAP.