How To Fix ESH_FL_MSG053 - Report could not be executed because a concurring report is running

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_FL_MSG - File Processing

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Report could not be executed because a concurring report is running

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_FL_MSG053 - Report could not be executed because a concurring report is running ?

  The SAP error message ESH_FL_MSG053 indicates that a report cannot be executed because another instance of the same report is currently running. This is a common issue in SAP systems where multiple users or processes may attempt to run the same report simultaneously, leading to conflicts.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Execution: The primary cause of this error is that the report you are trying to run is already being executed by another user or process.
  Long-Running Reports: If the report takes a significant amount of time to execute, it may lead to situations where users attempt to run it again before the first instance has completed.
  System Locking Mechanism: SAP has a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies that can occur when multiple instances of the same report are run at the same time.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for Completion: The simplest solution is to wait until the currently running report has completed. You can check the status of running jobs in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) to see if the report is still active.
  Identify the User: If you have access to transaction SM37, you can identify which user is running the report and, if necessary, contact them to find out when they expect to finish.
  Terminate the Running Job: If you have the necessary authorizations and it is appropriate to do so, you can terminate the running job from SM37. However, this should be done with caution, as it may lead to data inconsistencies or loss of work.
  Schedule the Report: If the report is frequently run and takes a long time, consider scheduling it to run during off-peak hours or using background processing to avoid conflicts.
  Check for Locks: In some cases, you may want to check for any locks that might be causing the issue. You can use transaction SM12 to view and manage locks.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on report execution and job management.
  Performance Considerations: If reports are frequently causing conflicts, it may be worth reviewing the report's performance and optimizing it to reduce execution time.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue related to the ESH_FL_MSG053 error message in SAP.