How To Fix EXPD020 - Progress tracking for purchase order &1/&2 is being processed by user &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EXPD - Expediting

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Progress tracking for purchase order &1/&2 is being processed by user &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EXPD020 - Progress tracking for purchase order &1/&2 is being processed by user &3 ?

  The SAP error message EXPD020 indicates that a purchase order (PO) is currently being processed by another user. This typically occurs when multiple users attempt to access or modify the same purchase order simultaneously, leading to a lock situation in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing or processing the purchase order.
  Session Lock: The system has locked the purchase order for the user who is currently working on it, preventing others from making changes until the lock is released.
  Long Processing Time: The user currently processing the PO may be taking longer than expected, causing the lock to persist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the other user to finish processing the purchase order. Once they are done, the lock will be released, and you can access the PO.
  Check User Sessions: If you have access, you can check which user is currently processing the purchase order using transaction code SM12 (for lock entries) or SM21 (for system logs). This can help identify the user and the status of their session.
  Contact the User: If possible, reach out to the user who is processing the PO to see if they can complete their task or release the lock.
  System Administrator Intervention: If the lock persists for an extended period and you cannot reach the user, a system administrator may need to intervene. They can use transaction code SM12 to delete the lock entry if it is determined that the user is no longer active or if the session is stuck.
  Review System Performance: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing system performance and user access patterns to identify any underlying issues that could be causing excessive locking.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary for the purchase order table (EKKO/EKPO).
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly manage purchase orders to minimize concurrent access issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EXPD020 error and gain access to the purchase order in question.