How To Fix GL232 - Ledger &, global company &, version &, record type & locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GL - FI-SL Rollup

• Message number: 232

• Message text: Ledger &, global company &, version &, record type & locked

What causes this issue?

If a rollup is executed at the receiver ledger, receiver company code,
or receiver global company level, the version and record type are
always blocked.
The combination is already being processed by another user.

System Response

The rollup cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

Execute the rollup later.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GL232 - Ledger &, global company &, version &, record type & locked ?

  The SAP error message GL232 indicates that a specific ledger, global company, version, and record type is locked. This typically occurs when a financial period is closed or when certain records are being processed by another user or transaction, preventing changes or postings to that ledger.
  Cause:
  
  Period Locking: The financial period for the ledger may be closed, which prevents any further postings.
  User Lock: Another user may be currently processing transactions in the same ledger, causing a temporary lock.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to lock certain ledgers or versions for specific reasons, such as compliance or reporting requirements.
  Data Consistency: The system may lock records to maintain data integrity during batch processing or data uploads.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Period Status: Verify if the financial period is closed. If it is, you may need to open the period again (if allowed) or wait until the next period.
  
  Transaction Code: OB52 (to manage posting periods).
  
  
  
  Identify User Locks: Check if another user is currently using the ledger. You can use transaction SM12 to view and manage user locks.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the ledger and version in the Financial Accounting (FI) module to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult with Your Team: If the ledger is locked due to a process being run by another user, coordinate with your team to determine when the lock will be released.
  
  
  Check for Batch Jobs: If there are batch jobs running that may be locking the ledger, you may need to wait for those jobs to complete.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OB52: Manage posting periods.
  SM12: Display and manage user locks.
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial period closing and ledger management for best practices and guidelines.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to post in the ledger.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GL232 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.