How To Fix X4012 - Production version &1 for material &2 in plant &3 is locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: X4 - APO Core Interface: Interfaces for Manufacturing Orders

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Production version &1 for material &2 in plant &3 is locked

What causes this issue?

Production version &V1& for material &V2& in plant &V3& is locked for
explosion date &V4&.
Locked production versions cannot be used in production orders and
process orders.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Unlock production version &V1& in SAP ECC or ensure that a valid
production version is transferred from the external system.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message X4012 - Production version &1 for material &2 in plant &3 is locked ?

  The SAP error message X4012 indicates that a production version for a specific material in a particular plant is locked. This can occur for various reasons, typically related to the configuration or status of the production version in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Locked by User: The production version may be locked by another user who is currently editing or processing it.
  Status Issues: The production version might be in a status that prevents it from being used, such as being marked for deletion or being in a "locked" state due to a previous transaction.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings or configurations that restrict access to the production version.
  Transaction Errors: An error during a previous transaction could have left the production version in a locked state.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lock Status: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the production version. If you find a lock, you can either wait for the user to release it or, if appropriate, you can delete the lock (ensure you have the necessary authorizations).
  Review Production Version: Go to transaction C202 (or C223) to check the status of the production version. Ensure that it is not marked for deletion or in a status that prevents its use.
  Unlock the Production Version: If you have the necessary permissions, you can unlock the production version through the appropriate transaction or by contacting your SAP administrator.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user trying to access the production version has the necessary authorizations to do so.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the production version and its configuration in your SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  C202: Display Production Versions
  C223: Change Production Versions
  SM12: Display and manage locks
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to production version locking.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles and authorizations are correctly set up to allow access to production versions.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official documentation for further assistance.