How To Fix J3POD017 - Operation is not possible; export/import contract & is locked by &


J3POD017 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: J3POD - Message class for Passport of Deal Maintanance Report

  • Message number: 017

  • Message text: Operation is not possible; export/import contract & is locked by &

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3POD017 - Operation is not possible; export/import contract & is locked by & ?
    The SAP error message J3POD017 indicates that an export or import contract is locked by a user or process, preventing the current operation from being completed. This typically occurs in the context of managing contracts in the SAP system, particularly in modules related to foreign trade or logistics.
    
    Cause: User Lock: Another user is currently editing or has locked the contract. System Lock: The system may have a lock due to a transaction that is still in process or not properly completed. Background Jobs: A background job may be running that is accessing the same contract. Database Lock: There may be a database-level lock that is preventing access to the contract.
    Solution: Identify the Locking User: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks. You can filter by the contract number or user ID to see who is holding the lock. If you find a user that is holding the lock and they are not actively working on the

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