How To Fix 14094 - VM & is active and cannot be closed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 14 - Task handler messages

• Message number: 094

• Message text: VM & is active and cannot be closed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 14094 - VM & is active and cannot be closed ?

  The SAP error message "14094 VM & is active and cannot be closed" typically occurs when you attempt to close a variant or a job that is currently active or in use. This error is related to the management of variants in SAP, particularly in the context of background jobs or reports that are using that variant.
  Cause:
  
  Active Variant: The variant you are trying to close is currently being used by a job or report that is running.
  Job Status: There may be background jobs that are still executing and using the variant.
  User Sessions: A user session may be actively using the variant, preventing it from being closed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Active Jobs: 
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring) and check if there are any active jobs that are using the variant. If there are, you may need to wait for them to complete or terminate them if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Check User Sessions:
  
  Use transaction code SM04 (User Overview) to see if any users are currently using the variant. If you find any active sessions, you may need to communicate with the users to see if they can log off or finish their tasks.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion: If the variant is in use, you may need to wait until the job or report completes before attempting to close the variant again.
  
  
  Terminate Jobs: If necessary and if you have the appropriate permissions, you can terminate the jobs that are using the variant. Be cautious with this approach, as it may affect users or processes relying on those jobs.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Sometimes, there may be locks on the variant. You can check for locks using transaction code SM12 (Display and Delete Locks) to see if there are any locks related to the variant.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM04: User Overview
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing variants and background jobs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or consulting SAP support for further assistance.