How To Fix >4872 - &1 (company code &2) is locked by run &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >4 - SAP File Transfer Protocol

• Message number: 872

• Message text: &1 (company code &2) is locked by run &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >4872 - &1 (company code &2) is locked by run &3 ?

  The SAP error message "4872 &1 (company code &2) is locked by run &3" indicates that a specific company code is currently locked due to a running process or job. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or processes that require exclusive access to the company code, such as closing periods, running batch jobs, or executing certain financial reports.
  Cause:
  
  Ongoing Processes: A job or process is currently running that has locked the company code. This could be a month-end closing process, a financial report generation, or any other batch job that requires exclusive access.
  Manual Locking: The company code may have been manually locked by a user for maintenance or other purposes.
  System Errors: Sometimes, system errors or crashes can leave a company code in a locked state.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Locking Process:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks. You can filter by the user or the company code to find out which process is holding the lock.
  Look for the job or process that is locking the company code.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion:
  
  If the locking process is a scheduled job, you may need to wait for it to complete. Check the job status in transaction SM37.
  
  
  
  Terminate the Lock:
  
  If the process is taking too long or is stuck, and you have the necessary authorizations, you can terminate the job or unlock the process using transaction SM12. Be cautious with this approach, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the process is critical.
  
  
  
  Check for Manual Locks:
  
  If the lock was manually set, you can unlock it using transaction SM12 by selecting the relevant lock entry and deleting it.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult your SAP Basis team or system administrator for assistance. They can provide insights into system-level locks and help resolve them.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM37: Monitor job status.
  SE38: Execute programs (to check for specific jobs).
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on locking mechanisms and job management.
  
  
  Best Practices: Regularly monitor and manage batch jobs and processes to avoid prolonged locks on company codes, especially during critical financial periods.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the issue.