How To Fix G01524 - Task &1 is already locked for cons units &2/ &3

G01524 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G01 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 524

• Message text: Task &1 is already locked for cons units &2/ &3

What causes this issue?

Task &V1& is already locked for the consolidation units &V2& and &V3&
in one or more consolidation groups which contain this pair of units. A
locked task can not be executed in the posting session.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

If required, unlock task &V1& for the consolidation units &V2& and &V3&
in the consolidation monitor.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G01524 - Task &1 is already locked for cons units &2/ &3 ?

  The SAP error message G01524 indicates that a task is already locked for the specified consumption units. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management or production planning when multiple users or processes attempt to access or modify the same task or resource simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently working on the same task or consumption units, leading to a lock.
  System Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If a task is being processed, it cannot be accessed by another user until the first user completes their action.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction takes too long to complete, it may hold the lock longer than expected, causing other users to encounter this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the task is locked by another user, wait for a few moments and then try to access the task again.
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction code SM12 to check