How To Fix WSTI_MLT_INV_DOC010 - Error locking Physical Inventory document &1 for fiscal year &2

WSTI_MLT_INV_DOC010 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSTI_MLT_INV_DOC - Message object for WSTI_MLT_INV_DOC

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Error locking Physical Inventory document &1 for fiscal year &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSTI_MLT_INV_DOC010 - Error locking Physical Inventory document &1 for fiscal year &2 ?

  The SAP error message:
  WSTI_MLT_INV_DOC010: Error locking Physical Inventory document &1 for fiscal year &2
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the system tries to lock a Physical Inventory document (Inventory Count Document) for processing, but the lock cannot be obtained. This typically happens because:
  
  The document is already locked by another user or process.
  A previous process did not release the lock properly (e.g., a background job or transaction was interrupted).
  There is a deadlock or contention on the document due to simultaneous access attempts.
  The document might be in an inconsistent state or being processed in parallel.
  
  
  Explanation:
  In SAP, when a physical inventory document is processed (e.g., during counting, posting differences, or closing), the system locks the document to prevent concurrent changes. If the lock cannot be acquired, the system throws this error to avoid data inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Active Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if the physical inventory document is locked.
  Search for locks on the table MCHA