How To Fix CK552 - Material &1 in valuation area &2 locked by user &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 552

• Message text: Material &1 in valuation area &2 locked by user &4

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to release the standard cost estimate of material
&v1& in valuation area &v2&, valuation type &v3&. However, this
material is currently locked by user &v4&.

System Response

The standard cost estimate is not released.

How to fix this error?

Release the standard cost estimate later when it is no longer locked by
another user.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK552 - Material &1 in valuation area &2 locked by user &4 ?

  The SAP error message CK552 indicates that a material in a specific valuation area is locked by another user. This typically occurs when one user is performing a transaction that requires exclusive access to the material's data, such as a valuation change or a cost estimate, while another user attempts to access or modify the same material.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently processing a transaction that locks the material in the specified valuation area.
  Long-running Transactions: A transaction may be taking longer than expected, causing the lock to persist.
  System Issues: Occasionally, system issues or bugs can lead to locks not being released properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the other user to complete their transaction. Once the lock is released, you can proceed with your task.
  Identify the Locking User: You can use transaction code SM12 to view the list of locks in the system. This will help you identify which user is holding the lock on the material.
  Contact the Locking User: If possible, communicate with the user who is holding the lock to understand when they expect to finish their transaction.
  Release the Lock (if necessary): If the locking user is unavailable and the lock is causing significant delays, a system administrator can release the lock using transaction code SM12. However, this should be done with caution, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the other user is still processing their transaction.
  Check for Long-running Jobs: If the lock persists for an unusually long time, check for any long-running background jobs that might be causing the lock.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  SE38: To run reports that may help in identifying issues related to the material or valuation area.
  
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to manage their transactions efficiently to minimize locking issues.
  
  
  System Performance: Regularly monitor system performance and transaction times to identify any bottlenecks that may lead to prolonged locks.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CK552 error and continue with your work in SAP.