/IAM/OBJECT302 - Movement is not possible because activity &1 is locked by &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/OBJECT -

• Message number: 302

• Message text: Movement is not possible because activity &1 is locked by &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT302 - Movement is not possible because activity &1 is locked by &2 ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT302 Movement is not possible because activity &1 is locked by &2 typically indicates that a specific activity (identified by &1) is currently locked by another user or process (identified by &2). This locking mechanism is a part of SAP's concurrency control to prevent data inconsistencies when multiple users or processes attempt to modify the same data simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: Another user is currently working on the same activity, which prevents you from making changes.
  System Lock: A background job or process is holding a lock on the activity.
  Transaction Lock: The transaction you are trying to execute is already being processed by another session.
  Inconsistent State: The system might be in a state where it cannot allow further changes until the current process is completed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary (e.g., another user is processing the activity), wait for a while and then try again.
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction SM12 to check for locks. You can see which user or process is holding the lock on the activity.
  
  Enter the relevant object name and check the list of locks.
  
  
  Release the Lock: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually delete the lock entry in SM12. However, be cautious with this approach as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the other user is still working on the activity.
  Contact the User: If you identify a specific user holding the lock, you may want to contact them to see if they can release it.
  Check Background Jobs: Use transaction SM37 to check if any background jobs are running that might be holding the lock.
  System Administrator: If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance. They may have additional tools or permissions to investigate and resolve the locking issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Lock Management: Understanding how SAP handles locks can help in troubleshooting. Locks can be exclusive (only one user can access) or shared (multiple users can access).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like SM12 (for lock entries), SM37 (for job monitoring), and SM21 (for system logs) to assist in troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on locking mechanisms and best practices for managing locks in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the error.