How To Fix WN653 - Plant &1 is locked in the source system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WN - Plant master data maintenance (integrated)

• Message number: 653

• Message text: Plant &1 is locked in the source system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WN653 - Plant &1 is locked in the source system ?

  The SAP error message WN653 indicates that a specific plant (denoted by &1) is locked in the source system. This typically occurs in scenarios involving data transfer or integration between systems, such as during the use of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or when working with SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Plant Locking: The plant may be locked due to ongoing transactions or processes that are currently being executed in the source system. This can happen if another user or process is accessing or modifying data related to that plant.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings that prevent access to the plant in certain scenarios, such as during a data load or transfer.
  User Permissions: The user attempting to access the plant may not have the necessary permissions to unlock or access the plant in the source system.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues or bugs in the system that are causing the plant to be incorrectly reported as locked.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lock Status: Use transaction code SM12 in the SAP GUI to check for any active locks on the plant. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can delete them (if you have the necessary permissions).
  Wait for Processes to Complete: If the plant is locked due to ongoing processes, you may need to wait until those processes are completed before attempting to access the plant again.
  Review User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to access the plant. If not, you may need to adjust the user roles or permissions.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying system issues or to check for any configuration settings that may be causing the lock.
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may lock a plant. You can check transaction SM37 to see if there are any jobs running that might be causing the lock.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (to check locks), SM37 (to monitor background jobs), and SU01 (to manage user accounts and permissions).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to plant management and locking mechanisms to understand how locks are managed in your specific SAP environment.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling plant locks.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to SAP support for further assistance.