/ISDFPS/ICM_OF176 - Error opening the organizational measure: Measure locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/ICM_OF -

• Message number: 176

• Message text: Error opening the organizational measure: Measure locked

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.

AnswerBot

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/ICM_OF176 - Error opening the organizational measure: Measure locked ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/ICM_OF176 indicates that there is an issue with accessing an organizational measure because it is locked. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) when trying to perform operations on a measure that is currently locked for editing or processing.
  Cause:
  
  
  Measure Locking: The organizational measure you are trying to access is locked. This can happen if:
  
  Another user is currently editing the measure.
  A process or job is running that locks the measure for data consistency.
  The measure is in a state that prevents it from being modified (e.g., during a data load or calculation).
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the measure.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings that enforce locking mechanisms for certain measures.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Status:
  
  Verify if the measure is currently being edited by another user. You can check the lock status in the relevant transaction or application.
  If you have access, you can use transaction codes like SM12 to view and manage locks in the system.
  
  
  
  Wait for Release:
  
  If the measure is locked due to another user or a process, you may need to wait until the lock is released. Communicate with the user or team responsible for the process to understand when it will be available.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that your user account has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the measure. You may need to contact your system administrator to verify and adjust your permissions.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the organizational measure. Ensure that there are no settings that inadvertently lock the measure.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the locking issue.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant details about the actions you were performing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to the specific error message or locking issues in the SAP Support Portal. These notes may provide additional insights or patches.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Integrated Business Planning or the specific module you are working with to understand how measures are managed and locked.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the /ISDFPS/ICM_OF176 error message.