How To Fix WXPB216 - Total &1 in row &2 / column &3 is locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXPB - MAP Messages: SAP R/3 Enterprise Add-On

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Total &1 in row &2 / column &3 is locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXPB216 - Total &1 in row &2 / column &3 is locked ?

  The SAP error message:
  WXPB216 Total &1 in row &2 / column &3 is locked
  typically occurs in the context of SAP Planning Books or BPC (Business Planning and Consolidation) when working with data entry or planning functions.
  
  Cause
  
  The message indicates that the total cell (sum or aggregated value) at the specified row (&2) and column (&3) is locked.
  In SAP BPC or Planning Books, certain cells (especially totals or aggregated cells) can be locked to prevent users from entering or changing data directly in those cells.
  This locking is usually done to maintain data integrity because totals are calculated fields, and manual changes could cause inconsistencies.
  The placeholder &1 represents the total value or the name of the total (e.g., "Total Sales"), &2 is the row identifier, and &3 is the column identifier.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When a user tries to input or change data in a cell that is a total or aggregated cell that has been locked.
  When the planning book or data entry template has been configured to lock totals to prevent direct editing.
  When the data lock settings or data access profiles restrict changes to certain cells.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Do not enter data in total cells:
  
  Enter data only in the base-level (detail) cells, not in the total or aggregated cells.
  The totals will be recalculated automatically based on the base data.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Book settings:
  
  Review the planning book or data entry template configuration.
  Ensure that the totals are set to be locked intentionally.
  If you want to allow editing totals (not recommended), you can change the lock settings in the planning book.
  
  
  
  Check Data Access Profile and Locks:
  
  Verify if the user has the necessary authorization to edit the data.
  Check if the data is locked due to data locking mechanisms (e.g., data lock objects in BPC).
  
  
  
  Consult with your BPC or Planning Book administrator:
  
  If you believe the lock is incorrect or needs to be changed, the administrator can adjust the settings.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP BPC Data Locking: BPC uses data lock objects to prevent simultaneous changes and to protect aggregated data.
  Planning Book Configuration: In SAP BW Integrated Planning, planning books can be configured to lock totals to avoid manual changes.
  Transaction / Reports: Check planning book settings in transaction RSPLAN or BPC administration console.
  SAP Notes: Sometimes SAP Notes provide patches or clarifications related to data locking issues.
  
  
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  Error Message
  WXPB216 Total &1 in row &2 / column &3 is locked
  
  
  Cause
  Attempt to edit a locked total/aggregated cell
  
  
  Solution
  Enter data only in base cells; check planning book lock settings; verify authorizations
  
  
  Related Areas
  SAP BPC data locking, Planning Book configuration, Data Access Profiles
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., which SAP module, transaction, or scenario), I can give more tailored advice.