How To Fix GTCN_MESSAGE000 - Verification document &1 is locked by another user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GTCN_MESSAGE - GTCN: Message Class

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Verification document &1 is locked by another user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GTCN_MESSAGE000 - Verification document &1 is locked by another user ?

  The SAP error message GTCN_MESSAGE000 indicating that "Verification document &1 is locked by another user" typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify a document that is currently being edited or processed by another user. This locking mechanism is a standard feature in SAP to prevent data inconsistencies and ensure data integrity.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing or processing the verification document identified by the number &1.
  Session Timeout: A previous session may not have been properly closed, leaving the document locked.
  System Error: Occasionally, system errors or crashes can leave documents in a locked state.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Wait and Retry: If the document is locked by another user, the simplest solution is to wait until that user has finished their work and released the lock. You can periodically check if the document is still locked.
  
  
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction code SM12 to view and manage locks. You can check which user has locked the document and, if necessary, contact them to request that they release the lock.
  
  
  Release the Lock: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually release the lock in transaction SM12. However, this should be done with caution, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the other user is still working on the document.
  
  
  Check for Session Issues: If you suspect that a session is causing the lock, you can log out and log back in to see if that resolves the issue.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, it may be necessary to contact your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related errors.
  SU01: To check user authorizations if you need to release locks.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on document locking and user management.
  
  
  Best Practices: Encourage users to properly log out of sessions and to communicate when they are working on shared documents to minimize locking issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the locking issue associated with the verification document in SAP.