How To Fix WRF_ART_DISCONT032 - Article &1 is locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_ART_DISCONT - Messages for Article Discontinuation: Fashion

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Article &1 is locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_ART_DISCONT032 - Article &1 is locked ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WRF_ART_DISCONT032: Article &1 is locked:
  
  Error Message
  WRF_ART_DISCONT032: Article &1 is locked
  
  &1 is a placeholder for the article number that is locked.
  
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when an attempt is made to process or change an article (material) that is currently locked in the system. The lock is usually set to prevent simultaneous changes or to ensure data consistency during certain operations such as:
  
  Ongoing master data changes
  Background jobs or batch processes updating the article
  Workflow or approval processes locking the article
  Transport or migration activities locking the article temporarily
  
  The lock prevents other users or processes from making conflicting changes to the article data.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you need to:
  
  
  Identify the lock owner:
  
  Use transaction SM12 (Lock Entries) to check which user or process holds the lock on the article.
  Enter the article number or relevant object key to find the lock entry.
  
  
  
  Wait or coordinate:
  
  If the lock is held by a background job or another user, wait until the process completes or coordinate with the user to release the lock.
  
  
  
  Manually delete the lock (if appropriate):
  
  If the lock is stale (e.g., due to a crashed session or incomplete process), you can delete the lock entry in SM12.
  Caution: Only delete locks if you are sure it is safe to do so, as this can lead to data inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check for workflow or batch jobs:
  
  Investigate if any workflow or batch job is processing the article and causing the lock.
  Reschedule or monitor these jobs as needed.
  
  
  
  Review custom code or enhancements:
  
  If the lock is caused by custom developments, review the code to ensure proper lock handling and timely release.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  Material Master Locking: SAP locks material master records during changes to prevent data inconsistencies.
  Lock Objects: SAP uses lock objects (e.g., MATERIAL, MATERIAL_GENERAL) to control access.
  Background Jobs: Long-running jobs or batch updates can lock articles.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to article locking in your SAP version.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Article is locked due to ongoing processing or stale lock.
  
  
  Solution
  Check and release lock via SM12; coordinate with users/jobs; delete stale locks carefully.
  
  
  Tools
  SM12 (Lock Entries), transaction for article maintenance, job monitoring.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the SAP module or context (e.g., Retail, MM, SD), I can give more specific guidance.