How To Fix IX051 - Contact person & still being updated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IX - Messages for Service Processing

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Contact person & still being updated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IX051 - Contact person & still being updated ?

  The SAP error message IX051 "Contact person & still being updated" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Customer Relationship Management (CRM) or Sales and Distribution (SD) modules. This error indicates that the contact person you are trying to update or modify is currently being processed or updated by another transaction or user session.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Updates: Another user or process is currently updating the contact person record.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If a record is locked by another transaction, you will receive this error when trying to access or modify it.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction is taking a long time to complete, it may hold the lock on the contact person record longer than expected.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for a few moments and then try to perform the action again. The lock may be released once the other transaction completes.
  Check for Active Sessions: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any active locks on the contact person record. If you find a lock that seems to be stuck, you may need to contact the user who holds the lock or your system administrator to resolve it.
  Transaction Monitoring: Use transaction code SM21 to check the system log for any errors or issues that might be causing the lock.
  System Administrator Intervention: If the lock persists and you cannot identify the user or transaction holding it, you may need to involve your SAP Basis team to investigate further and potentially release the lock if it is safe to do so.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM12 (to view and manage locks), SM21 (to view system logs), and SM37 (to monitor background jobs) for troubleshooting.
  User Communication: If you are in a multi-user environment, communicate with your colleagues to ensure that no one else is working on the same contact person record.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes for more detailed information on handling locks and error messages.
  
  If the problem persists after trying these solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.