Message type: E = Error
Message class: WER - Messages for the package WER
Message number: 188
Message text: Element &1 is locked by user &2
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WER188
- Element &1 is locked by user &2 ?Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WER188: Element &1 is locked by user &2: Error Message WER188: Element &1 is locked by user &2 Cause This error occurs when you try to change or edit an object (such as a work breakdown structure element, network activity, or any other project system element) that is currently locked by another user. SAP uses locks to prevent simultaneous changes to the same object by multiple users, which could lead to data inconsistencies. &1 = The name or ID of the element that is locked. &2 = The username of the person who currently holds the lock. The lock is usually set when a user opens the object for editing and is released when the user saves or exits the transaction properly. Typical Scenarios Another user is currently editing the same element. A previous session/user did not release the lock properly (e.g., due to a session timeout or crash). Background jobs
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