How To Fix WSUBST009 - At least one worklist item is locked by user &1

WSUBST009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSUBST - Substitution Article Handling

• Message number: 009

• Message text: At least one worklist item is locked by user &1

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WSUBST009 - Details

• Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WSUBST009: "At least one worklist item is locked by user &1":
  
  Error Message
  WSUBST009
  At least one worklist item is locked by user &1
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you try to process or change a worklist item (such as a workflow task or a work item) that is currently locked by another user. In SAP Workflow or worklist processing, when a user opens or edits a worklist item, the system locks it to prevent simultaneous changes by multiple users. If you attempt to access or modify the same item while it is locked, the system throws this error.
  The placeholder &1 in the message is replaced by the username of the user who currently holds the lock.
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  When a workflow task or worklist item is being processed by another user.
  When a user has opened a worklist item but did not complete or