How To Fix FAGL_REORGANIZATION551 - Account &1 is locked by another process

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_REORGANIZATION - Reorganization

• Message number: 551

• Message text: Account &1 is locked by another process

What causes this issue?

During the reassignment of a receivable or payable, no postings may be
created for that receivable or payable. Consequently, the system tries
to set a lock for the affected customer account or vendor account before
the reassignment.
However, another process is currently blocking account &V1&.

System Response

This means that receivable or payable &V2& cannot be reassigned.

How to fix this error?

Repeat the transaction later.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_REORGANIZATION551 - Account &1 is locked by another process ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_REORGANIZATION551 indicates that a specific account (denoted by &1) is locked by another process, preventing the current operation from proceeding. This typically occurs during financial operations, such as reorganization or posting, when multiple processes attempt to access the same account simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Processes: Another user or background job is currently processing transactions related to the specified account, leading to a lock.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold the lock longer than expected.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations or settings in the SAP system may lead to locking issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Lock:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the account. You can filter by user or object to find the specific lock.
  Look for the user or process that is holding the lock on the account.
  
  
  
  Wait and Retry:
  
  If the lock is held by a legitimate process, wait for that process to complete and then retry your operation.
  
  
  
  Release the Lock:
  
  If you determine that the lock is no longer needed (e.g., the user has logged off or the process has failed), you can manually delete the lock entry in SM12. However, this should be done with caution and typically requires appropriate authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Background Jobs:
  
  If a background job is causing the lock, you may need to monitor or terminate the job if it is stuck. Use transaction SM37 to check the status of background jobs.
  
  
  
  Review System Performance:
  
  If locks are a frequent issue, consider reviewing system performance and optimizing long-running transactions or processes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team for further analysis and resolution.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary for the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP Notes related to locking issues and performance tuning for financial transactions.
  
  
  Best Practices: Implement best practices for transaction management and user training to minimize locking issues in the future.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAGL_REORGANIZATION551 error and understand the underlying causes of account locking in SAP.