How To Fix WGDS_CONFIRMATION101 - Item &1 is locked by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_CONFIRMATION - Confirmation messages

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Item &1 is locked by user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_CONFIRMATION101 - Item &1 is locked by user &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WGDS_CONFIRMATION101: Item &1 is locked by user &2
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to process or change a Goods Movement or Delivery item in SAP that is currently locked by another user. SAP uses lock entries to prevent simultaneous changes to the same data by multiple users, ensuring data consistency and avoiding conflicts.
  
  Item &1 refers to the specific delivery or goods movement item number.
  User &2 is the SAP user who currently holds the lock on that item.
  
  The lock is typically set when a user is editing or processing the item, and it remains until the user completes the transaction or the lock is released.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check who holds the lock:
  
  Use transaction SM12 (Lock Entries) to find the lock entry.
  Enter the relevant object or user name to locate the lock on the item.
  
  
  
  Contact the user holding the lock:
  
  Inform the user (&2) that they have locked the item (&1).
  Ask them to complete or cancel their transaction to release the lock.
  
  
  
  If the user is not available or the lock is stale:
  
  You can manually delete the lock entry in SM12 if you are authorized and sure that the lock is no longer valid.
  Be cautious when deleting locks to avoid data inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check for background jobs or batch processes:
  
  Sometimes locks are held by background jobs; verify if any batch job is processing the item.
  
  
  
  System restart or lock timeout:
  
  Locks are usually released after a timeout period or when the user session ends.
  In rare cases, a system restart may clear stale locks.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SM12: Used to display and delete lock entries.
  Lock Objects: SAP uses lock objects to manage concurrency. For delivery items, the lock object might be related to delivery or goods movement.
  User Sessions: Sometimes users leave sessions open without completing transactions, causing locks to persist.
  Best Practice: Always ensure users complete or cancel transactions properly to avoid locks.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to locking in your SAP version.
  
  
  If you need further assistance, please provide the transaction code you were using or the context in which the error occurred.