How To Fix >BAPI034 - Clearing of document &1 not possible due to clearing lock &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >BAPI - BAPI Messages for the DX Workbench

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Clearing of document &1 not possible due to clearing lock &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >BAPI034 - Clearing of document &1 not possible due to clearing lock &2 ?

  The SAP error message BAPI034 indicates that a clearing operation for a document cannot be performed because there is a clearing lock on that document. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where a document is being processed, and another transaction is preventing it from being cleared.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Clearing Lock: The document you are trying to clear is currently locked for clearing by another user or process. This can happen if:
  
  Another user is currently processing the same document.
  A background job is running that is using the document.
  The document is in a state that does not allow it to be cleared (e.g., it is still being posted or is in a pending state).
  
  
  
  Transaction in Progress: If a transaction is in progress that involves the same document, it will prevent any clearing operations until that transaction is completed.
  
  
  System Configuration: Sometimes, system settings or configurations can lead to locking issues, especially if there