How To Fix G01459 - The following consolidation groups are locked (see long text):

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G01 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 459

• Message text: The following consolidation groups are locked (see long text):

What causes this issue?

The listed consolidation groups are currently locked by other
transactions.

System Response

IU elimination cannot be carried out and a reconciliation list cannot
be created.

How to fix this error?

Restart IU elimination after the other transactions are finished.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G01459 - The following consolidation groups are locked (see long text): ?

  The SAP error message G01459 indicates that certain consolidation groups are locked, which prevents users from performing specific actions related to those groups. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Financial Consolidation module, where multiple users may be trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: The most common cause of this error is that another user or process is currently accessing or modifying the consolidation groups in question, leading to a lock on those groups.
  System Processes: Background jobs or processes that are running in the system may also lock the consolidation groups.
  Incomplete Processes: If a previous consolidation process was not completed properly, it might leave the groups in a locked state.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can identify which user or process is holding the lock on the consolidation groups.
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is due to another user, you may need to wait until they finish their work and then try again.
  Release Locks: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually delete the lock entries in SM12. However, be cautious with this approach, as it may disrupt other users' work.
  Review Background Jobs: Check if there are any background jobs running that might be locking the consolidation groups. You can use transaction code SM37 to monitor background jobs.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate further and resolve any underlying issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations to access and modify the consolidation groups.
  System Performance: Sometimes, system performance issues can lead to delays in releasing locks. Monitoring system performance can help identify bottlenecks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on handling locks and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the G01459 error and continue with your consolidation activities in SAP.