How To Fix 881068 - Cannot cancel - document is already being processed by &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 881 - Recycling Administration

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Cannot cancel - document is already being processed by &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 881068 - Cannot cancel - document is already being processed by &1. ?

  The SAP error message 881068, "Cannot cancel - document is already being processed by &1," typically occurs when you attempt to cancel a document (such as an invoice, purchase order, or other transactional document) that is currently being processed by another user or transaction. This can happen in various SAP modules, including Finance (FI), Materials Management (MM), and Sales and Distribution (SD).
  Cause:
  
  
  Concurrent Processing: The document you are trying to cancel is locked because another user is currently processing it. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Another user is editing or posting changes to the document.
  A background job is running that involves the document.
  The document is in a workflow that is not yet completed.
  
  
  
  System Lock: SAP uses locks to ensure data integrity. If a document is locked by another transaction, you will not be able to cancel it until the lock is released.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Verify if the document is indeed being processed by another user. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the document. Look for the document number and see if it is locked by another user.
  If you find that the document is locked, you may need to wait until the other user completes their processing.
  
  
  
  Communicate with Users: If you identify that another user is working on the document, communicate with them to understand when they will finish. This can help you plan your actions accordingly.
  
  
  Release Locks: If you have the necessary authorizations and it is appropriate to do so, you can manually release the lock using transaction SM12. However, be cautious with this approach, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the other user is still processing the document.
  
  
  Check Background Jobs: If a background job is processing the document, you can check the status of background jobs using transaction SM37. If the job is stuck or taking too long, you may need to investigate further.
  
  
  Retry Later: If the document is being processed and you cannot intervene, the simplest solution may be to wait and try to cancel the document later.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM37: To check background job status.
  SE11: To view the data dictionary and understand the structure of the document if needed.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on document processing and locking mechanisms.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to view locks and manage documents in the system.
  
  
  If the issue persists or if you encounter further complications, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team for deeper analysis and resolution.