How To Fix AC087 - Control data currently blocked by &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Control data currently blocked by &

What causes this issue?

The control data which you want to work on is currently blocked by
user &V1&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC087 - Control data currently blocked by & ?

  The SAP error message AC087, which states "Control data currently blocked by &," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when a user attempts to make changes to asset master data or perform certain transactions while the asset is locked by another user or process. This locking mechanism is in place to prevent data inconsistencies and ensure data integrity.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently accessing or modifying the asset data, which leads to a lock on the control data.
  Transaction in Progress: A transaction that involves the asset is still in progress, preventing other users from making changes.
  System Lock: The system may have a temporary lock due to a previous transaction that did not complete properly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for a few moments and then retrying the operation may resolve the issue.
  Identify the Locking User: Use transaction code SM12 to check for