How To Fix WN654 - Plant &1 is locked in the target system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 654

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WN654 - Plant &1 is locked in the target system ?

  The SAP error message WN654 indicates that a specific plant (denoted by &1) is locked in the target system. This typically occurs during processes such as data transfer, system integration, or when trying to perform operations that require access to the plant data.
  Cause:
  
  Data Locking: The plant may be locked due to ongoing transactions or processes that are currently being executed. This can happen if another user or process is accessing or modifying the plant data.
  Transport Requests: If there are transport requests that are being processed, they may lock the plant temporarily.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings that prevent access to the plant in certain scenarios.
  User Authorizations: The user attempting to access the plant may not have the necessary authorizations, leading to a perceived lock.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any lock entries related to the plant. If you find any locks that are no longer needed, you can delete them (ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to do so).
  Wait for Completion: If the lock is due to an ongoing process, you may need to wait until that process is completed.
  Review Transport Requests: If the issue is related to transport requests, check the status of those requests in transaction SE09 or SE10. Ensure that they are not in a state that would cause a lock.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access the plant. This can be checked in transaction SU01 or by consulting with your security team.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional information that might indicate why the plant is locked. This can be done using transaction SM21.
  Contact Basis Team: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, it may be necessary to contact your SAP Basis team for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SE09/SE10: To manage transport requests.
  SU01: To manage user accounts and authorizations.
  SM21: To view system logs.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on locking mechanisms and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the issue.