What is master lock in SAP BW-PLA - Planning?

SAP Term: master lock

• Component: BW-PLA

• Component Name: Planning

• Description: Master data locks ensure that complex planning sequences do not terminate because of lock conflicts with other users. The master data lock is set at the runtime of planning sequences by the BI lock server at InfoCube level.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Master Lock is a feature in SAP BW-PLA Planning that allows users to lock certain cells in a planning table. This prevents other users from making changes to the locked cells, ensuring that the data remains consistent and accurate. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use Master Lock, users must first select the cells they want to lock. This can be done by clicking on the cell and then selecting the “Lock” option from the menu. Once the cells are locked, they will be marked with a lock icon and other users will not be able to make changes to them. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to remember that Master Lock only applies to the current planning table. If a user wants to lock cells in another planning table, they must repeat the process for that table as well. Additionally, it is important to note that Master Lock does not prevent users from deleting or adding rows or columns in the planning table. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on Master Lock, please refer to SAP’s official documentation on BW-PLA Planning. Additionally, there are several online tutorials available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to use this feature.