/DSD/SV303 - Only display possible. Data referring to shipment &1 are locked by &2.

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /DSD/SV -

• Message number: 303

• Message text: Only display possible. Data referring to shipment &1 are locked by &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /DSD/SV303 - Only display possible. Data referring to shipment &1 are locked by &2. ?

  The SAP error message /DSD/SV303 Only display possible. Data referring to shipment &1 are locked by &2 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Direct Store Delivery (DSD) module. This message indicates that the data related to a specific shipment (identified by &1) is currently locked by another user or process (identified by &2), preventing any modifications to that data.
  Cause:
  
  Data Locking: The primary cause of this error is that the shipment data is being accessed or modified by another user or transaction. SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies, and when one user is working on a record, it is locked for others.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction takes a long time to complete, it can hold locks on the data longer than expected.
  User Sessions: Sometimes, a user may have multiple sessions open, and one session may be locking the data while another tries to access it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the other user or process to complete their transaction. Once the lock is released, you should be able to access the data.
  Identify the Lock: You can use transaction codes like SM12 (to view and manage locks) to identify which user or process is holding the lock. This can help you understand if the lock is legitimate or if it needs to be released.
  Contact the User: If you identify the user or process that is holding the lock, you can contact them to see if they can complete their transaction or release the lock.
  Force Release (with caution): If necessary and if you have the appropriate authorizations, you can manually delete the lock entry in SM12. However, this should be done with caution, as it can lead to data inconsistencies if the other user is still working on the data.
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may hold locks. You can check transaction SM37 to see if any background jobs are running that might be causing the lock.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Lock Management: Understanding how SAP handles locks can help in troubleshooting. Locks can be exclusive (preventing all other access) or shared (allowing read access).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly complete transactions to minimize the time data is locked.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue related to the /DSD/SV303 error message in SAP.