How To Fix ICC_NUMBERING015 - Posting temporarily blocked; number range is locked by user &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICC_NUMBERING - General Document Numbering

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Posting temporarily blocked; number range is locked by user &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICC_NUMBERING015 - Posting temporarily blocked; number range is locked by user &1 ?

  The SAP error message ICC_NUMBERING015 indicates that a number range is temporarily blocked because it is locked by a specific user. This typically occurs when a user is currently using the number range for a transaction, and it prevents other users from accessing it until the lock is released.
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: The number range is locked by a user who is currently processing a transaction that requires that number range.
  Long Transactions: If a user is taking a long time to complete a transaction, it can lead to the number range being locked for an extended period.
  System Errors: Sometimes, system errors or crashes can leave a number range in a locked state.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the User: Check which user has locked the number range. The error message indicates the user ID (represented by &1).
  Contact the User: If possible, contact the user who has locked the number range and ask them to complete or cancel their transaction.
  Release the Lock: If the user is unavailable or unable to release the lock, a system administrator can manually release the lock using transaction code SM12:
  
  Go to transaction SM12.
  Enter the user ID that is locking the number range.
  Execute the search to find the locks held by that user.
  Select the relevant lock entries and delete them to release the lock.
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may also hold locks. Check for any running jobs that might be using the number range.
  Review Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, review the configuration of the number range to ensure it is set up correctly and that users are trained to complete transactions in a timely manner.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SNUM: To manage number ranges.
  
  
  Number Range Configuration: You can check the configuration of number ranges in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SNRO).
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly complete transactions to avoid leaving locks in place.
  System Monitoring: Implement monitoring to alert administrators when locks are held for an extended period.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue related to the ICC_NUMBERING015 error message in SAP.