How To Fix 57153 - Interface format "&" is already being processed by "&"

57153 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 57 - Component 709: Interface to external payroll system

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Interface format "&" is already being processed by "&"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 57153 - Interface format "&" is already being processed by "&" ?

  The SAP error message 57153, which states "Interface format '&' is already being processed by '&'", typically occurs in the context of data processing or interface handling within SAP systems. This error indicates that a specific interface format is currently being processed, and another attempt to process the same format is being made, leading to a conflict.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Processing: The most common cause of this error is that the same interface format is being processed simultaneously by another job or user. This can happen in batch processing scenarios or when multiple users attempt to execute the same transaction at the same time.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses locking mechanisms to prevent data inconsistencies. If one process has locked the interface format for processing, other processes will be unable to access it until the lock is released.
  Long-Running Processes: If a previous job is taking longer than expected to complete, it may hold the lock