How To Fix CK653 - User &1 is locking material &2 valuation area &3 valuation type &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 653

• Message text: User &1 is locking material &2 valuation area &3 valuation type &4

What causes this issue?

User &v1& is locking material &v2& with valuation type &v4& in
valaution area &V3&.

System Response

Cancellation of marking and the marking authorization for this material
is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Wait until the material is no longer locked, and perform the function
again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK653 - User &1 is locking material &2 valuation area &3 valuation type &4 ?

  The SAP error message CK653 indicates that a user is trying to access a material in a specific valuation area and valuation type that is currently locked by another user. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management or cost accounting when multiple users are trying to perform operations on the same material simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  User Locking: Another user is currently processing or has locked the material for a transaction, such as a goods movement, inventory valuation, or cost calculation.
  Transaction in Progress: The material might be involved in a transaction that is not yet completed, leading to a lock on that material.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to lock materials during certain operations to prevent inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Locking User: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the material. This will show you which user is currently locking the material.
  Wait for Release: If the locking user is performing a legitimate operation, you may need to wait until they complete their transaction and release the lock.
  Contact the User: If you identify the user who is locking the material, you can reach out to them to understand if they can complete their task or release the lock.
  Force Release (if necessary): If the locking session is no longer active (e.g., the user has logged off unexpectedly), a system administrator can manually delete the lock using transaction SM12. However, this should be done with caution to avoid data inconsistencies.
  Review Processes: If this issue occurs frequently, review the processes and workflows to ensure that they are not causing unnecessary locks. Consider optimizing the transaction flow or scheduling tasks to minimize conflicts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage locks.
  SM21: Check system logs for any related issues.
  SE11: Check the data dictionary for the material master and valuation area.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for material management and cost accounting to understand how locks are managed in these modules.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly manage transactions to minimize locking issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CK653 error and understand the underlying causes of material locking in SAP.