How To Fix FQM074 - Data of application &1, company code &2 is currently locked by user &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQM - Financial Quantity Management Message Class

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Data of application &1, company code &2 is currently locked by user &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQM074 - Data of application &1, company code &2 is currently locked by user &3 ?

  The SAP error message FQM074 indicates that a specific application data for a given company code is currently locked by another user. This typically occurs in financial transactions or processes where data integrity is crucial, and concurrent access is restricted to prevent inconsistencies.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently processing or has locked the data for the specified application and company code.
  Unfinished Transactions: A previous transaction may not have been completed properly, leaving the data in a locked state.
  User Session: A user may have an open session that is holding the lock on the data.
  System Issues: Occasionally, system errors or crashes can lead to locks that are not released properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Lock:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to view and manage locks. You can check which user is holding the lock and for which object.
  Look for the specific application and company code mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Wait and Retry:
  
  If the lock is held by another user who is actively working, it may be best to wait until they complete their transaction and release the lock.
  
  
  
  Contact the User:
  
  If you can identify the user holding the lock, you may want to contact them to see if they can complete their transaction or release the lock.
  
  
  
  Release the Lock:
  
  If the lock is no longer needed (e.g., the user has left the session or the transaction was abandoned), you can manually delete the lock entry in SM12. However, this should be done with caution and typically requires appropriate authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues:
  
  If locks are persisting without a clear reason, it may be worth checking for any system issues or errors that could be causing locks to not be released properly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM21: Check system logs for any related errors or issues.
  ST22: Analyze dumps that may indicate underlying problems.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions without causing locks.
  
  
  Best Practices: Encourage users to log off properly after completing transactions to avoid leaving locks in the system.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes for more detailed troubleshooting steps related to locking issues.
  
  
  If the problem persists or if you are unsure about releasing locks, it may be advisable to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.