How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE157 - Batch & of product & is already locked by &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Batch & of product & is already locked by &

What causes this issue?

You want to process a batch that is already being processed by another
user.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

A batch cannot be processed by more than one user at the same time. To
prevent data inconsistencies, the batch record is locked for processing.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE157 - Batch & of product & is already locked by & ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE157 indicates that a specific batch of a product is currently locked by another user or process. This typically occurs in scenarios where multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same batch of material simultaneously, leading to a conflict.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or transaction is currently processing or has locked the batch for updates.
  Background Jobs: A background job may be running that is holding a lock on the batch.
  Transaction Errors: An incomplete transaction may have left the batch in a locked state.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may lead to locking issues, especially in environments with high transaction volumes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Lock:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the batch. You can filter by the batch number and see which user or process is holding the lock.
  
  
  
  Release the Lock:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually delete the lock entry in SM12. However, be cautious with this approach, as it may disrupt the other user's work.
  
  
  
  Wait and Retry:
  
  If the lock is held by another user, it may be best to wait until they complete their transaction and then retry your operation.
  
  
  
  Check Background Jobs:
  
  Use transaction code SM37 to check if there are any background jobs that might be locking the batch. If you find any, you may need to wait for them to complete or contact the job owner.
  
  
  
  Review System Configuration:
  
  If locking issues are frequent, it may be worth reviewing the system configuration and user access patterns to minimize conflicts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP, including how batches are created, modified, and locked.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations to access and modify batches to prevent unnecessary locking.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM12: Display and manage locks.
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  MMBE: Check stock overview for batches.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling batch locks.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the locking issue associated with the error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE157.