How To Fix DMU307 - PVS variants &1 is already in process by &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMU - Digital Mock Up (DMU)

• Message number: 307

• Message text: PVS variants &1 is already in process by &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMU307 - PVS variants &1 is already in process by &2 ?

  The SAP error message DMU307 indicates that a specific PVS (Product Variant Structure) variant is already being processed by another user or session. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Variant Configuration (VC) or when working with Product Variant Management (PVM) in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Processing: The error arises when multiple users or sessions attempt to process the same PVS variant simultaneously. This can happen in environments where multiple users are working on product configurations or variant management tasks.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If one user has locked the PVS variant for processing, other users will receive this error message when they try to access the same variant.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If you encounter this error, the simplest solution is to wait for the other user or session to complete their processing of the PVS variant and then try again.
  Identify the Lock: If you have access to transaction codes like SM12 (to view and manage locks), you can check which user or session is currently holding the lock on the PVS variant. This can help you understand if you need to coordinate with that user.
  Communicate with Users: If you identify the user who is processing the variant, you may want to communicate with them to see if they can complete their task more quickly or if they can release the lock.
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may also hold locks. Check if there are any scheduled jobs that might be processing the PVS variant.
  System Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the system configuration and user access patterns to minimize concurrent processing of the same variants.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  SE11: To check the database table definitions if needed.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Variant Configuration and Product Variant Management for best practices and guidelines on managing PVS variants.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.