How To Fix WGDS_STORAGE_BUS029 - Order &1 is locked. It therefore cannot be close.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_STORAGE_BUS - Global data synchronisation

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Order &1 is locked. It therefore cannot be close.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_STORAGE_BUS029 - Order &1 is locked. It therefore cannot be close. ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WGDS_STORAGE_BUS029 Order &1 is locked. It therefore cannot be closed.
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs because the production or maintenance order you are trying to close is currently locked by another user or process. SAP locks orders to prevent simultaneous conflicting changes. When an order is locked, certain actions such as closing the order are restricted until the lock is released.
  Common reasons for the lock include:  
  
  Another user 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 network issues causing locks to remain longer than usual.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Lock Owner:
  
  Use transaction SM12 (Lock Entries) to check who holds the lock on the order.  
  
  Enter the order number or relevant object name in the selection screen.  
  Find the lock entry related to the order.
  
  
  
  Communicate with the Lock Owner:
  
  If the lock is held by another user, coordinate with them to finish their work and release the lock.
  
  
  Wait for Background Jobs to Complete:
  
  If a background job is processing the order, wait until it finishes.
  
  
  Manually Remove the Lock (with Caution):
  
  If the lock is stale (e.g., due to a system crash or user session timeout), and you have authorization, you can delete the lock entry in SM12.  
  
  Be very careful when doing this, as removing locks improperly can cause data inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Retry Closing the Order:
  
  After the lock is released, try to close the order again.
  
  
  Check for System Issues:
  
  If locks persist frequently, investigate system performance or network issues that might cause locks to remain.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  IW32 / CO02: Change order  
  IW38 / COHV: Order processing  
  SM12: Display and delete lock entries
  
  
  
  Lock Objects:
  
  The order lock is usually related to lock objects like AUF (Order) or AUFK (Order Header).
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known bugs or patches related to order locking issues.
  
  
  Best Practices:  
  
  Avoid multiple users working on the same order simultaneously.  
  Ensure proper system shutdowns to avoid stale locks.  
  Monitor background jobs that process orders.
  
  
  
  
  If you need further assistance, please provide the order number and the context in which the error occurs (e.g., transaction used, user role).