How To Fix /CCIS/TAX218 - Cannot create ledger &1 because it is locked by user &2

/CCIS/TAX218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CCIS/TAX -

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Cannot create ledger &1 because it is locked by user &2

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/CCIS/TAX218 - Details

• The SAP error message /CCIS/TAX218 Cannot create ledger &1 because it is locked by user &2 indicates that a specific ledger (denoted by &1) is currently locked by another user (denoted by &2). This typically occurs in scenarios where multiple users are trying to access or modify the same ledger simultaneously, leading to a conflict.
  
  Cause:
  
  User Locking: The ledger is locked by another user who is currently working on it or has not released the lock after their session.
  Session Timeout: Sometimes, a user may have left a session open, causing the ledger to remain locked.
  System Error: Occasionally, system errors or crashes can lead to a ledger being improperly locked.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Locking User: Check who is currently locking the ledger. You can do this by using transaction codes like SM12 (to view and manage locks) or SM21 (to check system logs).
  Contact the User: If possible, contact the user who is locking the