How To Fix CH104 - Document is already being processed by &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CH - CAD/PP integration messages

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Document is already being processed by &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CH104 - Document is already being processed by & ?

  The SAP error message CH104, which states "Document is already being processed by &," typically occurs when a document (such as a purchase order, sales order, or any other transactional document) is being accessed or modified by another user or process in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when multiple users attempt to edit the same document simultaneously or when a background job is processing the document.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently editing or processing the document.
  Lock Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. When a document is being processed, it is locked for other users.
  Background Jobs: A background job may be processing the document, which can lead to this error if another user tries to access it.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction takes too long to complete, it may lead to this error for other users trying to access the same document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If you encounter this error, wait for a few moments and then try to access the document again. The lock may be released once the other user or process completes its task.
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the document. You can see which user or process is holding the lock and take appropriate action.
  Contact the User: If you identify the user who is holding the lock, you may want to contact them to see if they can release the document.
  Check Background Jobs: Use transaction code SM37 to check if there are any background jobs that might be processing the document. If so, you may need to wait for those jobs to complete.
  Lock Entry Deletion: If necessary, a system administrator can delete the lock entry in SM12, but this should be done with caution as it can lead to data inconsistencies.
  Review System Performance: If this error occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing system performance and user access patterns to identify potential bottlenecks.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for more information on document locking and concurrency control.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or support for further investigation.