How To Fix GJ207 - &1 &2 is currently locked by user &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GJ - Joint Venture Accounting

• Message number: 207

• Message text: &1 &2 is currently locked by user &3

What causes this issue?

You wish to maintain a venture or joint operating agreement (JOA),
however another user is maintaining the same venture or JOA or else a
related JOA or venture.

System Response

While &V1& &V2& is locked by another user, you cannot maintain the
venture or JOA that you are trying to maintain.
If a user maintains a JOA, all ventures belonging to the JOA are locked
because changes of equity groups on the JOA level can affect all
ventures belonging to the JOA. And if a single venture is maintained,
the JOA of the venture is locked for the same reason. So, a locked JOA
may prevent maintenance of a venture and a locked venture may prevent
maintenance of a JOA.
Therefore, this message may be issued when maintaining either a venture
or JOA, in response to either a locked venture or a locked JOA.

How to fix this error?

Wait until the other user releases the venture or JOA, or contact the
person.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GJ207 - &1 &2 is currently locked by user &3 ?

  The SAP error message GJ207 indicates that a specific object (such as a document or record) is currently locked by another user. This typically occurs in scenarios where multiple users are trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously, leading to a conflict.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing or has locked the object you are trying to access.
  Session Timeout: A previous session may not have released the lock due to a timeout or an unexpected termination.
  System Errors: Sometimes, system errors or crashes can leave locks in place unintentionally.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for the other user to finish their work may resolve the issue.
  Identify the Locking User: Use transaction code SM12 to view the list of locks in the system. You can identify the user who is holding the lock and the object they are locking.
  Contact the Locking User: If possible, reach out to the user who has the lock and ask them to release it if they are done with their task.
  Release the Lock: If the locking user is unavailable or the lock is stale, a system administrator can manually release the lock using transaction SM12. However, this should be done with caution to avoid data inconsistency.
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may hold locks. Check if any jobs are running that might be causing the lock.
  Review System Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the system configuration and user access patterns to minimize locking conflicts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage locks.
  SM21: Check system logs for any related errors.
  ST22: Analyze dumps that may provide insight into system issues.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on locking mechanisms and best practices for managing concurrent access.
  User Training: Educate users on best practices for accessing shared resources to minimize locking issues.
  
  If the problem persists or if you encounter frequent locking issues, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation and resolution.