How To Fix G3125 - Data collection task is blocked in period &1 for cons unit &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G3 - Messages for SAP Consolidation: Integration

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Data collection task is blocked in period &1 for cons unit &2

What causes this issue?

The data collection task is already blocked for consolidation unit &V1&
in period &V2& in conjunction with consolidation chart &V3& and version
&V4&.

System Response

The document cannot be posted.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G3125 - Data collection task is blocked in period &1 for cons unit &2 ?

  The SAP error message G3125 indicates that a data collection task is blocked for a specific period and consumption unit. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's logistics or production modules, where data collection tasks are used to gather information about production processes, inventory levels, or other operational metrics.
  Cause:
  The error message G3125 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Period Locking: The period for which the data collection task is being executed is locked. This can happen if the period is closed for posting or if there are other processes that are preventing data entry for that period.
  
  
  Incomplete Data: There may be incomplete or missing data that is required for the data collection task to proceed.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are preventing the data collection task from being executed.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the data collection task for the specified period or consumption unit.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the G3125 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Period Status: Verify if the period is open for posting. You can do this by checking the period status in the relevant module (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling). If the period is closed, you may need to reopen it or wait until it is open again.
  
  
  Review Data Completeness: Ensure that all required data for the consumption unit and the specified period is complete. This may involve checking for missing entries or correcting any errors in the data.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings related to data collection tasks. Ensure that there are no restrictions or settings that would block the task from being executed.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user attempting to execute the data collection task has the necessary authorizations. If not, you may need to adjust the user's roles or permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the G3125 error for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as MB1A, MB1B, or MB1C for inventory-related tasks, or CO11N for production-related tasks, depending on the context of the error.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to the G3125 error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the G3125 error and implement a solution to unblock the data collection task.