How To Fix 62394 - Data is being processed by &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 394

• Message text: Data is being processed by &

What causes this issue?

The selected dataset is currently being processed by &V1& and is
consequenty locked for changes.

System Response

No further processing will be carried out.

How to fix this error?

Change to the display or simulation mode, or start the application
again when the dataset has been released.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62394 - Data is being processed by & ?

  The SAP error message 62394, which states "Data is being processed by &," typically indicates that a particular data record or transaction is currently being processed by another user or session. This can occur in various SAP modules when multiple users attempt to access or modify the same data simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or session is currently processing the same data, leading to a lock on that data.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction may be taking longer than expected, causing other users to encounter this message when trying to access the same data.
  Background Jobs: A background job may be running that is processing the data, preventing other users from accessing it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for a few moments and then try to access the data again. The other user or process may complete its operation.
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction codes like SM12 (to view lock entries) to identify which user or process is holding the lock on the data. You can check the user ID and the transaction that is causing the lock.
  Contact the User: If you identify the user who is holding the lock, you can contact them to see if they can release the lock or complete their transaction.
  Terminate the Session: If necessary and if you have the appropriate authorizations, you can terminate the session that is holding the lock using transaction SM50 or SM66 (for system-wide processes).
  Check Background Jobs: If a background job is causing the lock, you can check the status of the job using transaction SM37 and see if it can be canceled or if it is expected to finish soon.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Lock Management: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. Understanding how locks work in SAP can help in troubleshooting these types of issues.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM50: Monitor active processes on the application server.
  SM66: Monitor processes across the entire system.
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  
  
  User Communication: In environments with multiple users, effective communication can help mitigate issues related to data locks.
  
  If the problem persists or if you frequently encounter this error, it may be worth investigating the underlying processes or workflows to optimize data access and reduce contention.