How To Fix CK553 - System errors while locking material &1 in valuation area &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 553

• Message text: System errors while locking material &1 in valuation area &2

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to release the standard cost estimate of material
&v1& in valuation area &v2&, valuation type &v3&. However, system
errors occurred while locking this material.

System Response

The standard cost estimate is not released.

How to fix this error?

Release the standard cost estimate 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 CK553 - System errors while locking material &1 in valuation area &2 ?

  The SAP error message CK553 indicates that there is a system error while trying to lock a material in a specific valuation area. This error typically occurs during processes that involve material valuation, such as inventory management, costing, or when performing transactions that require locking the material for consistency.
  Causes:
  
  Database Lock Issues: The material might be locked by another user or process, preventing your transaction from acquiring the necessary lock.
  System Performance Issues: High system load or performance issues can lead to timeouts or failures in acquiring locks.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the material master or valuation area settings can lead to locking problems.
  Transport Issues: If there are ongoing transports that affect the material or valuation area, it might cause locking issues.
  Program Errors: Bugs or errors in the custom code or standard SAP programs that handle material locking.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for existing lock entries on the material. If another user or process is holding the lock, you may need to wait or coordinate with them.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance using transaction ST22 (dump analysis) or SM21 (system log) to identify any underlying issues that may be affecting locking.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the material master and valuation area configurations are correct. Check for any inconsistencies that might lead to locking issues.
  Transport Management: If there are ongoing transports, check their status and ensure they are completed. You may need to wait until the transports are finished.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program that is causing the error to identify any potential coding issues.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  ST22: Analyze dumps.
  SM21: View system logs.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for specific SAP Notes related to error CK553 for any known issues or fixes.
  User Coordination: If multiple users are working on the same material, ensure proper communication to avoid conflicts.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.