How To Fix GL501 - Summarization & could not be blocked (system error)

GL501 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GL - FI-SL Rollup

• Message number: 501

• Message text: Summarization & could not be blocked (system error)

What causes this issue?

The blocking processor cancelled processing with a system error. This
could be because the lock table is full.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GL501 - Summarization & could not be blocked (system error) ?

  The SAP error message GL501, which states "Summarization & could not be blocked (system error)," typically occurs in the context of financial document processing, particularly when dealing with General Ledger (GL) accounts. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with data consistency, system configuration, or temporary system errors.
  Causes of GL501 Error
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from summarizing the financial documents correctly.
  
  
  Configuration Problems: Incorrect configuration settings in the financial module or related areas can lead to this error.
  
  
  System Performance Issues: Temporary system performance issues or locks on database tables can cause this error to occur.
  
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the summarization process.
  
  
  Background Job Failures: If the summarization process is run as a background job, it may fail due to various reasons, including resource limitations.
  
  
  Solutions to GL501 Error
  
  
  Check Data Consistency: 
  
  Use transaction codes