How To Fix FKKBIX720 - Package &1 is locked

FKKBIX720 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKBIX - Conv.Inv.: Billing (Invoice Preprocessing)

• Message number: 720

• Message text: Package &1 is locked

What causes this issue?

<DS:DE.BITPACKUUID_KK>Package</> &v1& is locked.

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 FKKBIX720 - Package &1 is locked ?

  The SAP error message FKKBIX720 indicates that a package (in this case, identified as &1) is locked. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling processes, particularly when dealing with document postings or adjustments in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: The package may be locked because another user or process is currently accessing it. This can happen during batch processing or when multiple users are trying to post transactions simultaneously.
  Incomplete Transactions: If a previous transaction involving the package was not completed properly, it may remain locked.
  System Errors: Sometimes, system errors or crashes can lead to locks that are not released properly.
  User Lock: A specific user may have locked the package due to their ongoing work.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is due to concurrent access, waiting for a short period and then retrying the operation may resolve the issue.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries.