How To Fix WW118 - Assignment to a hierarchy level not possible, as objects are locked

WW118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WW - Material group master maintenance

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Assignment to a hierarchy level not possible, as objects are locked

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Call the function again later in change mode.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WW118 - Assignment to a hierarchy level not possible, as objects are locked ?

  The SAP error message WW118 indicates that there is an issue with assigning an object to a hierarchy level because the object is currently locked. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost centers, internal orders, or other hierarchical structures.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Object Locking: The object you are trying to assign to a hierarchy level is locked. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  The object is being edited by another user.
  A transaction is currently processing that involves the object.
  The object is in a state that does not allow changes (e.g., it is marked for deletion or is in a closed period).
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the hierarchy or the object.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent changes to certain hierarchy levels or objects.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Object Lock:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for