How To Fix VDM_QM_CONTROL_BO004 - Cannot tighten or reset quality level &1 as it is locked by user &2.

VDM_QM_CONTROL_BO004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VDM_QM_CONTROL_BO - Messages of Business Objects for Quality Control

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Cannot tighten or reset quality level &1 as it is locked by user &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VDM_QM_CONTROL_BO004 - Cannot tighten or reset quality level &1 as it is locked by user &2. ?

  The SAP error message VDM_QM_CONTROL_BO004 indicates that a quality level cannot be tightened or reset because it is currently locked by another user. This typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) processes where certain quality levels or statuses are being modified.
  
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: The quality level is locked by another user who is currently working on it. This lock prevents other users from making changes to ensure data integrity.
  Transaction in Progress: The user who has locked the quality level may be in the middle of a transaction that requires exclusive access to that data.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the system that enforce locking mechanisms for quality levels.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Locking User: Check who is currently locking the quality level. You can do this by using transaction code SM12 (Display and Delete Locks) to see the list of locks and identify the user.
  Contact the User: If