How To Fix EG061 - Sample lot is changed in background

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EG - IS-U device management

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Sample lot is changed in background

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EG061 - Sample lot is changed in background ?

  The SAP error message EG061, which states "Sample lot is changed in background," typically occurs in the context of quality management processes, particularly when dealing with sample management in SAP. This error indicates that the sample lot you are trying to work with has been modified by another process or user while you were attempting to access or process it.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Processing: Another user or background job has modified the sample lot while you were trying to access it.
  Data Locking: The sample lot may be locked by another transaction or process, preventing you from making changes.
  Background Jobs: Automated background jobs that process sample lots may have updated the status or data of the sample lot.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the quality management module that lead to unexpected behavior.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Refresh the Data: Try refreshing the screen or reloading the transaction to see if the changes are reflected. This can sometimes resolve temporary inconsistencies.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 (to check for locks) to see if another user or process is currently using the sample lot.
  Review Background Jobs: Check if there are any background jobs running that might be affecting the sample lot. You can use transaction code SM37 to monitor background jobs.
  Retry the Operation: After confirming that no other processes are using the sample lot, try to perform the operation again.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are in a multi-user environment, check with your colleagues to see if anyone else is working on the same sample lot.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (for managing sample lots) and QA01 (for creating inspection lots).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the sample lot.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to quality management and sample lot processing for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the EG061 error in SAP.