How To Fix CO471 - Requisition & is already being processed by &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 471

• Message text: Requisition & is already being processed by &

What causes this issue?

Purchase requisition &V1& is already being processed by user &V2&.

System Response

INCLUDE 'NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Wait until user &V2& has finished processing the purchase requisition,
or switch to display mode.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO471 - Requisition & is already being processed by & ?

  The SAP error message CO471 indicates that a requisition is already being processed by another user or session. This typically occurs in the context of materials management or production planning when multiple users attempt to access or modify the same requisition simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently processing the same requisition, leading to a lock on that record.
  Session Issues: A previous session may not have been closed properly, causing the requisition to remain locked.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may lead to locking issues if not set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If another user is processing the requisition, wait for them to complete their task and then try again.
  Check Active Sessions: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any active locks on the requisition. If you find a lock that should not be there, you may need to contact your SAP administrator to release it.
  Log Off and Log Back In: Sometimes, simply logging off and back into the system can clear any session-related issues.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to contact your SAP support team for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM12 (to view and manage locks) and SM21 (to check system logs) for troubleshooting.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to access and modify requisitions.
  System Performance: Sometimes, performance issues can lead to delays in processing, causing locks to remain longer than expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CO471 error and continue processing your requisition.