How To Fix BFIBL02202 - Payment run/group (&1) locked by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BFIBL02 - Payment Medium: Messages

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Payment run/group (&1) locked by user &2

What causes this issue?

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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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BFIBL02202 - Payment run/group (&1) locked by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message BFIBL02202 indicates that a payment run or payment group is currently locked by another user. This typically occurs when one user is processing a payment run, and another user attempts to access or modify the same payment run or group simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently executing a payment run or has locked the payment group for processing.
  Incomplete Previous Run: A previous payment run may not have been completed or released properly, leaving it in a locked state.
  User Locking: The user who initiated the payment run has not yet released it, or the session is still active.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Lock: Identify the user who has locked the payment run/group. You can do this by checking the transaction logs or using transaction codes like SM12 (to view locks) or SM21 (to view system logs).
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, wait for the other user to complete their processing and then try again.
  Contact the User: If you know the user who has locked the payment run, you can contact them to see if they can release the lock.
  Release Lock: If necessary and if you have the appropriate authorizations, you can manually release the lock using transaction SM12. Be cautious with this approach, as it may disrupt the other user's work.
  Check for Incomplete Runs: Ensure that there are no incomplete payment runs that need to be addressed. You can check the status of payment runs in the relevant transaction (e.g., F110 for automatic payment transactions).
  System Restart: In rare cases, if the lock persists and is not being released, a system restart may be required, but this should be done with caution and typically involves coordination with your SAP Basis team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  F110 - Automatic Payment Transactions
  SM12 - Display and Delete Locks
  SM21 - System Log
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to perform payment runs and manage locks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes for additional troubleshooting steps and best practices related to payment processing and locking mechanisms.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for more specific guidance related to your system configuration.