How To Fix FCLM120 - Report is locked by &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCLM - Message class of Liquidity Forecasting

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Report is locked by &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCLM120 - Report is locked by &1 ?

  The SAP error message FCLM120: Report is locked by &1 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Financial Closing cockpit or related financial processes. This error indicates that a specific report or transaction is currently locked by another user or process, preventing you from accessing or modifying it.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently running the same report or transaction, which locks it for other users.
  Long-Running Processes: A report or transaction may be taking a long time to execute, causing it to remain locked for an extended period.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, a session may not have been properly closed, leaving the report in a locked state.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations or settings in the SAP system may lead to locking issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If another user is running the report, the simplest solution is to wait until they finish and then try again.
  Check Active Sessions: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locked entries. You can see which user is locking the report and, if necessary, contact them to see if they can release the lock.
  Terminate Long-Running Processes: If you identify a process that is taking too long, you may need to terminate it using transaction code SM37 (for job monitoring) or SM50 (for monitoring active processes).
  Log Off and Log Back In: Sometimes, simply logging off and back into the SAP system can clear session-related locks.
  Contact SAP Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team to investigate further, especially if it appears to be a systemic issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locked entries.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  SM50: To monitor active processes.
  
  
  User Communication: If you find that another user is locking the report, communicate with them to coordinate access.
  Documentation: Check SAP Notes or the SAP Help Portal for any specific notes related to the FCLM120 error, as there may be updates or patches that address this issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FCLM120 error and regain access to the locked report.