How To Fix CB072 - Control recipe & is blocked by another user

CB072 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CB - PP-PI-PMA: Dialog Messages for Process Management

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Control recipe & is blocked by another user

What causes this issue?

You cannot process control recipe &V1& as it is currently blocked by
another user.

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?

Carry out your processing at a later time.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CB072 - Control recipe & is blocked by another user ?

  The SAP error message CB072, which states "Control recipe & is blocked by another user," typically occurs in the context of process manufacturing when a control recipe is being accessed or modified by multiple users simultaneously. This can lead to conflicts, and SAP prevents changes to ensure data integrity.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing or processing the control recipe, which locks it for other users.
  Session Timeout: A user may have left a session open, causing the control recipe to remain locked.
  System Errors: Occasionally, system errors or crashes can leave a control recipe in a locked state.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the control recipe is being used by another user, the simplest solution is to wait until they finish their work and then try again.
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the control recipe. You can see which user is holding the lock and the details