How To Fix FARR_PROD_CLEANUP033 - Data has already been blocked for header ID &2 / contract ID &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_PROD_CLEANUP - Clean-Up and Reversal of Productive Data

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Data has already been blocked for header ID &2 / contract ID &1

What causes this issue?

Contract &V1& is blocked. It is not possible to delete it or its RAI
with header ID &V2&.

System Response

Deletion is not performed.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_PROD_CLEANUP033 - Data has already been blocked for header ID &2 / contract ID &1 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_PROD_CLEANUP033 indicates that data has already been blocked for a specific header ID and contract ID. This typically occurs in the context of contract management or asset accounting within SAP, particularly when trying to perform operations on contracts or related data that are already in a blocked state.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Locking: The error usually arises when an attempt is made to modify or delete a contract or related data that is currently locked or blocked by another process or user. This could be due to:
  
  Ongoing transactions that are still processing.
  Manual blocking of the contract for maintenance or auditing purposes.
  Previous errors that left the data in a locked state.
  
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the SAP system that enforce data blocking under certain conditions, which could lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Locks: 
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the header ID or contract ID. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can remove them (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Logs: 
  
  Check transaction logs or the change documents for the contract to see if there are any ongoing processes that might be causing the block.
  
  
  
  Consult with Users: 
  
  Communicate with other users or departments that might be working on the same contract to ensure that no one else is currently processing it.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion: 
  
  If the block is due to an ongoing process, you may need to wait until that process is completed before attempting to make changes.
  
  
  
  System Configuration Review: 
  
  If this is a recurring issue, it may be worth reviewing the system configuration with your SAP Basis or functional team to ensure that the blocking mechanisms are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), and FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) to check related financial documents.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to contract management and asset accounting for more context on how data blocking works in your specific module.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the contracts in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the FARR_PROD_CLEANUP033 error message.