How To Fix /ACCGO/CAS_APPL_MSG010 - Application document &1 is locked; cannot cancel material document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CAS_APPL_MSG -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Application document &1 is locked; cannot cancel material document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_APPL_MSG010 - Application document &1 is locked; cannot cancel material document ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_APPL_MSG010 indicates that an application document (in this case, a material document) is locked, preventing you from canceling it. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP S/4HANA system, particularly in the area of accounting and logistics.
  Cause:
  
  
  Document Locking: The material document you are trying to cancel is currently locked by another user or process. This can happen if:
  
  Another user is currently processing the document.
  A background job is running that is using the document.
  The document is in a state that does not allow cancellation (e.g., it has already been processed in a way that prevents further changes).
  
  
  
  Transaction in Progress: If there are ongoing transactions that involve the material document, it may be locked until those transactions are completed.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to cancel the document, leading to a perceived lock.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Lock:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the document. You can search for the document number and see if it is locked by another user.
  If you find a lock that is no longer needed, you can ask the user to release it or, if appropriate, you can delete the lock yourself (be cautious with this approach).
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion: If the document is locked due to a background job or another user, you may need to wait until the job is completed or the user finishes their work.
  
  
  Check for Open Transactions: Ensure that there are no open transactions that are using the document. You can check transaction logs or consult with your team to identify any ongoing processes.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that you have the necessary permissions to cancel the document. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required authorizations.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: If the issue persists, check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  MBST: To cancel material documents.
  MB51: To view material document logs.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material document processing and cancellation for more detailed procedures and guidelines.
  
  
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP's support portal for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the issue.