How To Fix FBICRC_COHIER014 - Collective processing not possible due to processing by user &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FBICRC_COHIER - Messages for Company Hierarchy

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Collective processing not possible due to processing by user &1

What causes this issue?

Several objects are to be processed in parallel (copy, delete, and so
on). In this case, no other user may process these objects. User &V1&,
however, is processing groups in parallel.

System Response

The function is not executed.

How to fix this error?

Perform the required function later or get user &V1& to complete his
processing session.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FBICRC_COHIER014 - Collective processing not possible due to processing by user &1 ?

  The SAP error message FBICRC_COHIER014 indicates that collective processing is not possible because another user is currently processing the same data. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with collective processing of documents or transactions in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by concurrent access to the same data by multiple users. When one user is processing a transaction or document, the system locks that data to prevent inconsistencies. If another user attempts to perform collective processing on the same data, the system will generate this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the User: Check which user is currently processing the data. You can do this by using transaction codes like SM12 (to view lock entries) or SM21 (to view system logs). Look for the user ID mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  Wait for Completion: If the other user is actively processing the data, the simplest solution is to wait until they have completed their task. Once they finish, you should be able to proceed with your collective processing.
  
  
  Communicate with the User: If possible, communicate with the user who is processing the data to understand their timeline. They may be able to expedite their processing or inform you when they are done.
  
  
  Check for Long-Running Processes: If the user is taking an unusually long time, investigate if there are any issues with their processing that might be causing delays.
  
  
  System Administration: If you are a system administrator and you determine that the lock is no longer valid (for example, if the user has logged off unexpectedly), you can manually release the lock using transaction SM12. However, be cautious with this approach, as it can lead to data inconsistencies if the user was indeed processing data.
  
  
  Review Batch Jobs: If the error occurs during batch processing, check if there are any batch jobs running that might be locking the data.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like FBICRC (for collective processing) and SM12 (for lock entries).
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to manage their processing tasks to minimize conflicts.
  System Configuration: Review system settings related to locking mechanisms and concurrent processing to optimize performance and reduce the likelihood of such errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your processing tasks in SAP.