How To Fix EB198 - Print document &1 locked for printing

EB198 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EB - IS-U invoicing

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Print document &1 locked for printing

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

Cannot print the print document.

How to fix this error?

If the print block is not permanent, you can remove it using
transaction EA40 <LS>Display print document</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EB198 - Print document &1 locked for printing ?

  The SAP error message EB198, which states "Print document &1 locked for printing," typically occurs when a print document is already in the process of being printed or has been locked by another user or process. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when multiple users attempt to print the same document simultaneously or when a print job is still being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Printing: Another user or process is currently printing the same document.
  Print Job in Progress: The print job is still being processed by the spool system.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent multiple print jobs from being executed simultaneously for the same document.
  System Errors: Temporary system issues or errors in the spool system can also lead to this message.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the document is locked due to another print job, wait for a few moments and then try printing again.
  Check Spool Requests: Go to transaction