How To Fix /BOBF/CONF320 - Root node &1 needs to be lockable separately

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/CONF -

• Message number: 320

• Message text: Root node &1 needs to be lockable separately

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/CONF320 - Root node &1 needs to be lockable separately ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/CONF320 indicates that a root node in a Business Object Framework (BOF) configuration needs to be lockable separately. This typically occurs in the context of Business Object Framework (BOF) configurations in SAP, particularly when dealing with the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF).
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system detects that a root node in a BOPF configuration is not set up to be lockable, but it is required to be lockable for the operations being performed. This can happen due to:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The root node may not have been configured correctly to allow for separate locking.
  Business Logic Requirements: The business logic may require that the root node be locked independently to ensure data integrity during concurrent processing.
  Inconsistent Settings: There may be inconsistencies in the settings of the BOPF configuration that prevent the root node from being lockable.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check BOPF Configuration:
  
  Go