How To Fix D9363 - Data record active in another process

D9363 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D9 - Environment Management System

• Message number: 363

• Message text: Data record active in another process

What causes this issue?

The data record being read is currently active in another process. As
the data displayed is currently being processed, it may not be
up-to-date.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D9363 - Data record active in another process ?

  The SAP error message D9363, which states "Data record active in another process," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify a data record that is currently being processed or locked by another user or transaction. This is a common issue in environments where multiple users or processes are interacting with the same data simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  
  Record Locking: The most common cause is that the record is locked by another user or transaction. SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies when multiple users try to access or modify the same data.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction takes a long time to complete, it may hold locks on records longer than expected, causing other users to encounter this error.
  Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may be processing data and holding locks on records, leading to this error for users trying to access the same records.
  Inconsistent State: If a previous transaction did