How To Fix C/042 - Processing of stock/requirements lists is closed

C/042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C/ -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Processing of stock/requirements lists is closed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C/042 - Processing of stock/requirements lists is closed ?

  The SAP error message C/042 "Processing of stock/requirements lists is closed" typically occurs when you attempt to access or process stock/requirements lists in a situation where the system has already closed the processing for that particular list. This can happen for various reasons, such as the list being locked, the period being closed, or the data being in a state that does not allow further processing.
  Causes:
  
  Period Closure: The period for which you are trying to access the stock/requirements list may have been closed in the system.
  Locking Mechanism: The stock/requirements list may be locked due to ongoing processes or transactions that are preventing further access.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues with the data that prevent the processing of the list.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or process the stock/requirements lists.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Period Status: Verify if the period for which you are trying to