How To Fix 8B098 - Nota Fiscal reference &1 is currently locked by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Nota Fiscal reference &1 is currently locked by user &2

What causes this issue?

A lock requested by calling an ENQUEUE function module cannot be set up
because another SAP transaction is using the lock in question.

System Response

The ENQUEUE function module triggers an appropriate exception. If this
exception was not intercepted by the application program, this leads
automatically to the active SAP transaction being cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Look in the lock table to establish which user or transaction is using
the requested lock (<LS>Tools -> Administration -> Monitor -> Lock
entries</>). You may need to contact the user in question.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B098 - Nota Fiscal reference &1 is currently locked by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message 8B098 indicates that a Nota Fiscal reference (a Brazilian tax document) is currently locked by another user. This typically occurs when one user is trying to access or modify a Nota Fiscal that is already being processed by another user, leading to a lock situation to prevent data inconsistencies.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing or processing the Nota Fiscal.
  Session Timeout: A previous session may not have released the lock due to a timeout or an unexpected termination.
  System Error: Sometimes, system errors or crashes can leave locks in place.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the other user to finish their work and then try again.
  Identify the Locking User: You can use transaction code SM12 to check which user is holding the lock on the Nota Fiscal. You can search for the specific Nota Fiscal reference and see the user who has it locked.
  Release the Lock: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually release the lock from transaction SM12. However, this should be done with caution, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the other user is still working on it.
  Contact the User: If you identify the user who has the lock, you can reach out to them to see if they can release it or if they are done with their task.
  Check for System Issues: If locks are persisting without any active users, it may indicate a system issue. In this case, consult your SAP Basis team to investigate and resolve any underlying problems.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related errors or issues.
  SU01: To check user details and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on proper session management to avoid leaving locks in place.
  Regularly monitor and clean up locks if necessary, especially in high-transaction environments.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Notes and documentation related to Nota Fiscal processing and locking mechanisms for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the locking issue associated with the Nota Fiscal reference in SAP.