How To Fix FDC_POSTING_001116 - Document & already processed by & - close any parallel sessions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDC_POSTING_001 - FI Postings

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Document & already processed by & - close any parallel sessions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDC_POSTING_001116 - Document & already processed by & - close any parallel sessions ?

  The SAP error message FDC_POSTING_001116 indicates that a document has already been processed by another session, and it cannot be processed again until the other session is closed. This typically occurs in financial transactions where the same document is being accessed or modified simultaneously in different sessions.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: The most common cause of this error is that the same document is being accessed in multiple sessions. This can happen if a user opens the same transaction in different windows or if multiple users are trying to process the same document at the same time.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. When a document is being processed, it is locked for editing, and any other attempts to process it will result in this error.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction takes a long time to complete, it may lead to this error if another user tries to access the same document during that time.
  
  Solution:
  
  Close Parallel Sessions: The immediate solution is to identify and close any parallel sessions that are accessing the same document. You can check for open sessions in your SAP GUI and close any that are not needed.
  Wait and Retry: If you are unable to close the other session, you may need to wait until the other transaction is completed and then retry your action.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the document. You can see which user or session is holding the lock and take appropriate action.
  Review User Activity: If this is a recurring issue, review user activity to ensure that users are not inadvertently opening multiple sessions for the same document.
  System Configuration: In some cases, it may be necessary to review system configuration settings related to session management and locking behavior, especially if this issue occurs frequently.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related errors or warnings.
  ST22: To check for dumps that may provide additional context.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Consider providing training to users on best practices for handling documents in SAP to minimize the chances of this error occurring.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.