How To Fix ED036 - Message class & is already being processed

ED036 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ED - ABAP/4 Editor messages

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Message class & is already being processed

What causes this issue?

The message class is already being processed by another user.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ED036 - Message class & is already being processed ?

  The SAP error message ED036, which states that "Message class & is already being processed," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's message processing framework. This error indicates that a particular message class is currently being processed, and another attempt to process it simultaneously is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Processing: The error often arises when multiple processes or transactions attempt to access or modify the same message class at the same time.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If one process has locked the message class, other processes will be unable to access it until the lock is released.
  Long-running Processes: If a process takes too long to complete, it may lead to other processes being blocked, resulting in this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the error is due to concurrent processing, waiting for a few moments and then retrying the operation may resolve the issue.
  Check for Locks: