How To Fix FIN_EDI006 - Output request with key &1 could not be locked for processing

FIN_EDI006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_EDI - Messages for the EDI interface in FIN

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Output request with key &1 could not be locked for processing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_EDI006 - Output request with key &1 could not be locked for processing ?

  The SAP error message FIN_EDI006 indicates that an output request with a specific key could not be locked for processing. This typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) or other output processing scenarios where the system is trying to access or modify a document that is already being processed or locked by another user or process.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Processing: Another user or process is currently processing the same output request, leading to a lock on the document.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration in the output determination or EDI settings may lead to locking issues.
  Database Locking: Database locks may not be released properly due to a previous transaction that did not complete successfully.
  Long-running Processes: If a process takes too long to complete, it may hold the lock longer than expected, causing subsequent requests to fail.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Concurrent Users: Verify if another user or process is currently processing the same output request. If