How To Fix HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW860 - Formula &1 is locked by User &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 860

• Message text: Formula &1 is locked by User &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW860 - Formula &1 is locked by User &2 ?

  The SAP error message "HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW860 Formula &1 is locked by User &2" typically indicates that a specific formula (identified by &1) is currently locked for editing or processing by another user (identified by &2). This locking mechanism is a part of SAP's concurrency control to prevent multiple users from making conflicting changes to the same data simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing or processing the formula, which prevents other users from making changes until the lock is released.
  Session Timeout: A user may have left a session open, causing the formula to remain locked even if they are no longer actively working on it.
  System Error: Occasionally, a system error or crash may leave a formula in a locked state without a user actively holding the lock.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the other user to finish their work and release the lock. You can periodically check if the formula is still locked.
  Contact the User: If you know who the user is (User &2), you can reach out to them to see if they can release the lock.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can look for the specific formula and see which user is holding the lock. If necessary, you can ask your system administrator to help release the lock.
  Session Management: Ensure that users are properly logging out of their sessions to avoid leaving locks in place unintentionally.
  System Administrator Intervention: If the lock persists and you cannot identify the user or if the user is unavailable, a system administrator may need to intervene to release the lock.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related errors or issues.
  SU01: To check user details and possibly contact the user holding the lock.
  
  
  
  Best Practices: 
  
  Encourage users to log out of SAP sessions when they are done to prevent unnecessary locks.
  Implement training for users on how to properly manage their sessions and avoid leaving formulas locked.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists or if you encounter frequent locking issues, it may be worth discussing with your SAP support team to investigate further into the system's configuration and user practices.