How To Fix CMM_MEV_GEN_WL005 - Some valuation results are locked and therefore cannot be processed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMM_MEV_GEN_WL - Period-End Valuation: Worklist

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Some valuation results are locked and therefore cannot be processed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMM_MEV_GEN_WL005 - Some valuation results are locked and therefore cannot be processed ?

  The SAP error message CMM_MEV_GEN_WL005 indicates that some valuation results are locked and therefore cannot be processed. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with Material Valuation or Costing processes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Locked Valuation Results: The error usually arises when there are ongoing processes or transactions that have locked the valuation results. This can happen if:
  
  Another user or process is currently accessing or modifying the same data.
  A previous transaction did not complete successfully, leaving the data in a locked state.
  There are background jobs that are still processing and have not yet released the locks.
  
  
  
  Transaction Errors: If there was an error in a previous transaction that involved valuation results, it might leave the data in a locked state.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Sometimes, the issue can also be related to user authorizations, where the user does not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the locked data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the valuation results. You can identify the user or process that is holding the lock and take appropriate action, such as waiting for the process to complete or contacting the user.
  
  
  Release Locks: If you find that a lock is no longer needed (for example, if a user has left a session open), you can manually release the lock from the SM12 transaction. However, be cautious when doing this, as it may affect ongoing processes.
  
  
  Review Background Jobs: Check if there are any background jobs running that might be locking the data. You can use transaction code SM37 to monitor and manage background jobs.
  
  
  Retry the Transaction: After ensuring that there are no locks, retry the transaction that generated the error.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the valuation results. This may involve checking roles and permissions in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: If the issue persists, check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage locks.
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  PFCG: Role maintenance for user authorizations.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on the Controlling module and handling valuation results.
  
  
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.