How To Fix FINB_CONFIG107 - Generated content for other locked component &1, ContentID &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINB_CONFIG - Financials Configuration

• Message number: 107

• Message text: Generated content for other locked component &1, ContentID &2

What causes this issue?

This is a system error:
The system attempts to save local (generated) content for component &V1&
in ContentID &V2&. The component has been locked within the transaction
by the system but at another level.
(Technical information: The system attempts to save at level &V3& but it
has been locked at level &V4&.)

System Response

The system terminates processing.

How to fix this error?

Enter an error message with the current error number and a description
of how the error occurred.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINB_CONFIG107 - Generated content for other locked component &1, ContentID &2 ?

  The SAP error message FINB_CONFIG107 indicates that there is an issue with generating content for a locked component in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. This typically occurs when a user or process attempts to modify or generate content for a component that is currently locked by another user or process.
  Cause:
  
  Locked Component: The component you are trying to access or modify is locked, possibly because another user is currently working on it or a background job is processing it.
  ContentID: The specific ContentID mentioned in the error message refers to the particular piece of content that is locked.
  Concurrency Issues: Multiple users or processes trying to access the same component simultaneously can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lock Status: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the component. You can see which user or process is holding the lock and take appropriate action.
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary (e.g., due to another user’s session), wait for the other user to finish their work and then try again.
  Contact the User: If you identify the user holding the lock, you may want to contact them to see if they can release the lock.
  Release Lock: If necessary and if you have the appropriate permissions, you can manually delete the lock entry in SM12. However, this should be done with caution, as it may disrupt the other user's work.
  Check Background Jobs: If a background job is causing the lock, you may need to wait for it to complete or check its status in transaction SM37.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view locks and manage them.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific module you are working with for more detailed troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.