How To Fix 9J1UFDI037 - VAT administration data (comp.code &, year &) is locked by user &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J1UFDI - Messages for Ukraine E-Invoices

• Message number: 037

• Message text: VAT administration data (comp.code &, year &) is locked by user &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J1UFDI037 - VAT administration data (comp.code &, year &) is locked by user & ?

  The SAP error message 9J1UFDI037 indicates that the VAT administration data for a specific company code and year is locked by a user. This typically occurs when a user is currently processing or has not properly released the lock on the VAT data for that particular company code and fiscal year.
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: A user is currently editing or has left a session open that is locking the VAT administration data.
  Incomplete Transactions: A transaction related to VAT processing was not completed, leaving the data in a locked state.
  System Error: Occasionally, system errors or crashes can leave data in a locked state.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Locking User: 
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to view the lock entries. You can filter by the user ID mentioned in the error message to see which session is holding the lock.
  
  
  
  Release the Lock:
  
  If the locking user is identified and is not actively working on the data, you can manually delete the lock entry from SM12. However, ensure that the user is informed and that it is safe to do so.
  
  
  
  Check for Open Sessions:
  
  Ask the user to check if they have any open sessions related to VAT processing and to close them if they are not actively working on them.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Logs:
  
  Check transaction logs to see if there were any incomplete transactions that might have caused the lock.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate further. They may need to check for any system-level issues or perform a system restart if necessary.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related errors.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary for the relevant tables if needed.
  
  
  
  User Communication: It’s important to communicate with the user who is locking the data to understand their actions and ensure they are not interrupted during their work.
  
  
  Documentation: Ensure that there is proper documentation and procedures in place for handling locked data to prevent future occurrences.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and unlock the VAT administration data for the specified company code and year.