How To Fix WGDS_CC_2012016 - Errors of trade item &1 valid from &2 already locked by user &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_CC_2012 - Messages for customer connect enhancement of GDS in 2012

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Errors of trade item &1 valid from &2 already locked by user &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_CC_2012016 - Errors of trade item &1 valid from &2 already locked by user &3 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation of the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WGDS_CC_2012016: Errors of trade item &1 valid from &2 already locked by user &3
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs in the SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) system, specifically in the Compliance Management or Classification module when working with trade items (products/materials).
  
  The message indicates that the trade item identified by &1 (trade item ID or number), valid from date &2, is currently locked by another user &3.
  This lock prevents you from making changes or processing errors related to that trade item because another user is editing or has locked the record.
  The locking mechanism is in place to avoid data inconsistencies or conflicts when multiple users try to modify the same trade item simultaneously.
  
  
  Cause Details:
  
  The trade item is locked in the system due to an ongoing transaction or editing session by user &3.
  Locks are typically set when a user opens the trade item for editing or processing error corrections.
  The lock remains until the user finishes the operation or the session times out.
  Sometimes, locks can remain if a user session was terminated abnormally or if the user forgot to save and exit properly.
  
  
  Solution / How to Resolve:
  
  
  Check who holds the lock:
  
  Identify the user &3 who currently holds the lock.
  You can contact this user to ask them to finish their work and release the lock.
  
  
  
  Wait for the lock to be released:
  
  If the user is actively working, wait until they complete their task.
  
  
  
  Force unlock (if necessary and authorized):
  
  If the lock persists due to an abnormal termination or forgotten session, a system administrator or user with appropriate authorization can manually release the lock.
  Use transaction SM12 (Lock Entries) in SAP to find and delete the lock entry for the trade item.
  
  Search by object or user name.
  Delete the lock entry carefully to avoid data inconsistencies.
  
  
  Note: Only perform this if you are sure the user is not actively working on the record.
  
  
  
  Check for system or network issues:
  
  Sometimes locks remain due to system crashes or network interruptions.
  Ensure the system is stable and users log off properly.
  
  
  
  Review user training and process:
  
  Educate users to save and exit properly to avoid leaving locks open.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SM12: Used to monitor and delete lock entries.
  SAP GTS Documentation: For detailed information on trade item management and locking mechanisms.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure only authorized users can force unlock or edit trade items.
  Lock Objects: The lock object related to trade items in GTS might be something like WGDS_TRADEITEM or similar, depending on your SAP GTS version.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  Trade item &1 valid from &2 locked by user &3
  
  
  Cause
  Another user is editing or has locked the trade item record
  
  
  Solution
  Contact user &3 to release lock, wait, or use SM12 to delete lock if authorized
  
  
  Related
  SAP transaction SM12, SAP GTS trade item management
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with the exact steps in SM12 or further troubleshooting, feel free to ask!