How To Fix HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW799 - This report is locked by &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW - Message Class for SASAC Report Management Tool

• Message number: 799

• Message text: This report is locked by &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW799 - This report is locked by &1 ?

  The SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW799 typically indicates that a report or transaction is currently locked by another user or process. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a user is editing a report, or if a background job is running that is using the same report.
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: Another user is currently accessing or editing the report.
  Background Job: A background job is running that locks the report for processing.
  Session Timeout: A previous session may not have released the lock due to a timeout or an unexpected termination.
  Database Lock: There may be a database-level lock that is preventing access to the report.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Entries:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can filter by the user ID or the object type to find the specific lock.
  If you find a lock that is no longer needed, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Wait and Retry:
  
  If the report is locked by another user, you may need to wait until they finish their work and release the lock.
  
  
  
  Contact the User:
  
  If you identify the user who has the report locked, you can reach out to them to see if they can release the lock.
  
  
  
  Check Background Jobs:
  
  Use transaction code SM37 to check if there are any background jobs running that might be locking the report. If you find a job that is taking too long, you may need to investigate further.
  
  
  
  System Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance. They may have additional tools or authorizations to resolve the lock.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SM21: Check system logs for any related errors or warnings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for more information on locking mechanisms and how they work within the SAP environment.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the issue.