How To Fix 67108 - Contract no. & is blocked by user & at present

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 67 - Loans Messages - Financial Assets Management

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Contract no. & is blocked by user & at present

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 67108 - Contract no. & is blocked by user & at present ?

  The SAP error message 67108 indicates that a contract is blocked by a user, which prevents any further processing or changes to that contract. This can occur in various modules, such as SAP MM (Materials Management) or SAP SD (Sales and Distribution), where contracts are commonly used.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  User Lock: A user has manually locked the contract for editing or processing, possibly due to ongoing changes or reviews.
  System Lock: The system may have automatically locked the contract due to a transaction that is currently being processed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the contract.
  Incomplete Transactions: If a transaction related to the contract was not completed, it may lead to a lock.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Locking User:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the contract. You can filter by the contract number and see which user has locked it.
  
  
  
  Unlock the Contract:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can unlock the contract from the SM12 transaction. Be cautious when doing this, as it may disrupt ongoing processes.
  
  
  
  Contact the Locking User:
  
  If another user has locked the contract, reach out to them to understand why it is locked and if they can release it.
  
  
  
  Check for Ongoing Transactions:
  
  Ensure that there are no ongoing transactions that might be causing the lock. If a transaction is in progress, wait for it to complete.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  If the issue is related to authorization, check the user roles and permissions to ensure that the user has the necessary access to the contract.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis team for further assistance. They can provide insights into system-level locks or issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary for the contract table.
  ME33K: To display the contract and check its status.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on contract management and locking mechanisms.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a system-related issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the error message 67108.