How To Fix WM173 - Assignment table WSOF blocked by user &

WM173 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Assignment table WSOF blocked by user &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM173 - Assignment table WSOF blocked by user & ?

  The SAP error message WM173, which states "Assignment table WSOF blocked by user &," typically occurs in the Warehouse Management (WM) module when a user tries to perform an operation that requires access to the assignment table (WSOF) but finds that it is currently locked by another user. This can happen during various processes, such as stock transfers, inventory management, or other warehouse activities.
  
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: Another user is currently accessing or has locked the WSOF table, preventing other users from making changes or accessing it.
  Long-running Transactions: A transaction that is taking a long time to complete may hold the lock longer than expected.
  System Errors: Sometimes, system errors or crashes can leave locks in place that need to be cleared.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the WM module can lead to unexpected locking behavior.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Locking User:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to view the list of locks in the system. You can filter