How To Fix FINS_FI_MPROJ120 - Data processing is running, no additional run possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_FI_MPROJ - Mass Data Project

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Data processing is running, no additional run possible

What causes this issue?

Since data is still being processed, the selected function is currently
not supported.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_FI_MPROJ120 - Data processing is running, no additional run possible ?

  The SAP error message FINS_FI_MPROJ120 typically indicates that a data processing job is currently running in the background, and as a result, no additional processing can be initiated until the current job is completed. This error is often encountered in the context of financial processes, particularly when dealing with project-related data in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Processing: The error occurs when a background job related to financial data processing is already in progress. This could be due to a scheduled job or a manual job that has not yet completed.
  Long-Running Jobs: Sometimes, the job may take longer than expected due to large volumes of data or system performance issues.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If a job is running, it locks certain resources, preventing other jobs from starting.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Background Jobs:
  
  Go to transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check the status of background jobs.
  Look for jobs related to financial processing or the specific job that might be causing the lock.
  If you find a job that is stuck or taking too long, you may need to analyze its logs or terminate it if necessary.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion:
  
  If the job is running as expected, you may need to wait for it to complete before attempting to run your process again.
  
  
  
  Review Job Logs:
  
  If a job has failed or is taking too long, review the job logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong.
  
  
  
  System Performance:
  
  If jobs are consistently taking too long, consider reviewing system performance metrics or discussing with your Basis team to optimize the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific transaction or process you are working with for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM21 (System Log), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific transaction you are working with for additional insights or patches.
  System Performance: Regularly monitor system performance and background job execution times to prevent future occurrences of this issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FINS_FI_MPROJ120 error and continue with your financial processing tasks in SAP.