How To Fix ITOBFLTCON050 - You cannot enter two consumptions at the same time

ITOBFLTCON050 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ITOBFLTCON - Messages for Consumption Control

• Message number: 050

• Message text: You cannot enter two consumptions at the same time

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ITOBFLTCON050 - You cannot enter two consumptions at the same time ?

  The SAP error message ITOBFLTCON050, which states "You cannot enter two consumptions at the same time," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or production planning when there is an attempt to record multiple consumption entries for the same material or resource simultaneously. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the processing of production orders, goods movements, or inventory adjustments.
  
  Cause:
  
  Simultaneous Entries: The error is triggered when the system detects that there are multiple consumption entries being attempted for the same material or resource at the same time.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If one transaction is already processing a consumption entry, another transaction cannot proceed until the first one is completed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict simultaneous consumption entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Existing Transactions: Before entering a new consumption, ensure that there are no other transactions currently processing