How To Fix WGDS_PROCESS660 - Order &1 is locked and cannot be processed

WGDS_PROCESS660 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_PROCESS - Global data synchronisation

• Message number: 660

• Message text: Order &1 is locked and cannot be processed

What causes this issue?

The order has been locked by another process.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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WGDS_PROCESS660 - Details

• Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WGDS_PROCESS660 Order &1 is locked and cannot be processed
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs because the production order (or process order) identified by the order number (&1) is currently locked in the system. Locking happens to prevent simultaneous changes or processing by multiple users or processes, ensuring data consistency and integrity.
  Common reasons for the lock include:  
  
  Another user or process is currently editing or processing the order.  
  A background job or batch process is running that involves the order.  
  The order is locked due to an incomplete or interrupted transaction.  
  System or application locks that have not been released properly.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to identify and remove the lock on the order:
  
  
  Check who holds the lock:
  
  Use transaction SM12 (Lock Entries) to find the lock entries related to the order number.
  Enter the order number or relevant object