How To Fix 61120 - Planned order & is blocked by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Planned order & is blocked by user &2

What causes this issue?

The selected planned order &V1& is presently being processed by user
&V2& and can, therefore, not be processed.

System Response

The planned order is temporarily blocked for further processing.

How to fix this error?

Please try to process the planned order at a later point in time.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 61120 - Planned order & is blocked by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message "61120 Planned order & is blocked by user &2" indicates that a planned order is currently locked or blocked by a specific user, preventing other users from making changes or processing that order. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when a user is editing the order, or if there is a system issue that has caused the order to remain locked.
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: The planned order is being edited or processed by another user, which causes a lock on that order.
  System Error: A previous transaction may not have been completed properly, leaving the order in a locked state.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the planned order.
  Transaction Interruption: If a transaction was interrupted (e.g., due to a system crash), it may leave the order in a locked state.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Lock: Identify the user who has locked the planned order. You can do this by using transaction code SM12 to view and manage locks. If the user is no longer working on the order, you can release the lock.
  Wait for Release: If the lock is legitimate (i.e., the user is actively working on it), you may need to wait until they finish their work.
  Contact the User: If you know the user who has locked the order, you can reach out to them to see if they can release the lock.
  System Administration: If the lock persists and you cannot identify the user, you may need to involve your SAP Basis team to investigate and resolve any underlying system issues.
  Check Authorization: Ensure that your user account has the necessary permissions to access and modify the planned order.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  MD04: To view the stock/requirements list for the planned order.
  MD02: To process the planned order if it is not locked.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to planned orders and locking mechanisms.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for planned orders and user management to understand how locks are handled in your specific version of SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.