How To Fix C-037 - List object & is already being processed

C-037 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C- -

• Message number: 037

• Message text: List object & is already being processed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C-037 - List object & is already being processed ?

  The SAP error message C-037, which states "List object & is already being processed," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that involves a list object that is already in use or being processed by another user or session. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when multiple users try to access the same report or when a long-running report is still executing.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or session is currently processing the same list object.
  Long-Running Reports: A report that takes a long time to execute may still be running, preventing other users from accessing the same list.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, a session may not have been properly closed, leaving the list object in a locked state.
  System Locking Mechanism: SAP uses locking mechanisms to prevent data inconsistencies, which can lead to this error if the object is locked.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the list object is being