How To Fix WES_OUTBOUND071 - Data is locked by user &1 => Display only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WES_OUTBOUND - Messages for Outbound Services

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Data is locked by user &1 => Display only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WES_OUTBOUND071 - Data is locked by user &1 => Display only ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WES_OUTBOUND071 Data is locked by user &1 => Display only
  
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the data record you are trying to access or modify is currently locked by another user (or possibly by your own session). SAP uses locking mechanisms to prevent simultaneous changes to the same data, ensuring data consistency and integrity.
  
  The placeholder &1 will be replaced by the username of the user who currently holds the lock.
  The lock can be due to an ongoing transaction or process that has not yet been completed or released.
  This is a display-only message, meaning you cannot edit the data until the lock is released.
  
  
  Explanation:
  
  SAP uses enqueue locks to prevent concurrent updates.
  When a user starts editing a record, SAP places a lock on that record.
  If another user tries to access the same record for editing, SAP shows this message.
  The lock remains until the first user completes or cancels the transaction, or the lock is manually released.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Wait and Retry:  
  
  Wait for the user who holds the lock to finish their work and release the lock.
  After the lock is released, you can access the data normally.
  
  
  
  Contact the User:  
  
  Identify the user holding the lock (shown in the message).
  Ask them to complete or cancel their transaction to release the lock.
  
  
  
  Check and Release Locks Manually (if necessary and authorized):  
  
  Use transaction SM12 (Lock Entries) to view and manage locks.
  Search for the locked object or user.
  If appropriate and safe, you can delete the lock entry to release it.
  Warning: Deleting locks manually can cause data inconsistencies if the user is still working on the data.
  
  
  
  Check for Stuck Sessions:  
  
  Sometimes locks remain due to sessions that did not close properly.
  Use transaction SM04 or AL08 to check active user sessions.
  If necessary, terminate stuck sessions.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  Transaction SM04 / AL08: Monitor user sessions.
  Enqueue Server: SAP component responsible for lock management.
  Lock Objects: Defined in ABAP programs to lock specific data records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP OSS notes for any known issues related to this message.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Data record locked by another user.
  
  
  Effect
  Data can only be displayed, not edited.
  
  
  Solution
  Wait for lock release, contact user, or use SM12 to release lock if authorized.
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with the exact steps in SM12 or further troubleshooting, feel free to ask!