How To Fix FAC_OPP_MESSAGE003 - This variant is locked by user &1.


FAC_OPP_MESSAGE003 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: FAC_OPP_MESSAGE - Maintain posting period

  • Message number: 003

  • Message text: This variant is locked by user &1.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAC_OPP_MESSAGE003 - This variant is locked by user &1. ?
    The SAP error message FAC_OPP_MESSAGE003 indicates that a specific variant is locked by a user. This typically occurs in the context of SAP applications where variants are used to store specific settings for reports or transactions. When a variant is locked, it means that another user is currently using it or has it locked for editing, preventing other users from accessing or modifying it.
    
    Cause: User Lock: The variant is currently being edited or used by another user, which locks it for other users. Session Timeout: A user may have left a session open, causing the variant to remain locked. System Error: Occasionally, system errors or crashes can lead to a variant being improperly locked.
    Solution: Wait and Retry: If the variant is locked by another user, you may need to wait until that user has finished their work and released the lock. Check User Lock: You can check which user has locked the variant by using

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