How To Fix WRF_CHAR_VAL119 - Characteristic &1 is currently locked.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_CHAR_VAL - Messages for Package WRF_CHARACTERISTIC_VALUE_GRP

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Characteristic &1 is currently locked.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_CHAR_VAL119 - Characteristic &1 is currently locked. ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_CHAR_VAL119 – Characteristic &1 is currently locked.
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to change or maintain a characteristic in SAP (typically in Classification or Variant Configuration) that is currently locked by another user or process. The lock prevents simultaneous changes to ensure data consistency and avoid conflicts.
  Locks on characteristics can happen if:
  
  Another user is editing the characteristic.
  A background job or process is currently working on the characteristic.
  A previous session did not release the lock properly (e.g., due to a system crash or session timeout).
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Lock Owner:
  
  Use transaction SM12 (Lock Entries) to check who holds the lock on the characteristic.
  Enter the characteristic name or relevant object to filter the locks.
  Identify the user or process holding the lock.
  
  
  
  Contact the User or Wait:
  
  If another user is editing the characteristic, coordinate with them to finish their work and release the lock.
  If a background job is running, wait until it completes.
  
  
  
  Manually Remove the Lock (if appropriate):
  
  If the lock is stale (e.g., due to a crashed session), and you have authorization, you can delete the lock entry in SM12.
  Be cautious: Removing locks manually can cause data inconsistencies if the lock is still valid.
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues:
  
  If locks frequently remain, investigate system stability or long-running processes.
  Ensure proper session termination and system health.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL02 – Change Characteristic
  SM12 – Display and delete lock entries
  SM04 – User sessions (to check if the locking user is still active)
  
  
  
  Notes:
  
  Locks are part of SAP's logical lock mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies.
  Always try to resolve locks through proper user coordination before deleting locks.
  If locks persist due to system issues, consider involving your Basis team.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  The error WRF_CHAR_VAL119 indicates that the characteristic you want to edit is locked by another user or process. Use SM12 to find and resolve the lock, either by waiting, contacting the user, or carefully deleting the lock if it is stale.