How To Fix KC027 - User & has locked COKL record &

KC027 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KC - Cost Collector

• Message number: 027

• Message text: User & has locked COKL record &

What causes this issue?

DEFINE &USER& = &V1&
INCLUDE MESSAGE_ENQUEUE_USER OBJECT DOKU ID TX
The activity type is currently locked by another user.
An exclusive lock is set when the cost element is being planned.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Contact user &V1& or wait until he or she has finished processing.
You can then proceed with your processing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KC027 - User & has locked COKL record & ?

  The SAP error message KC027 indicates that a user has locked a COKL (Cost Object Control) record. This typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions, where certain records are locked to prevent concurrent updates that could lead to data inconsistencies.
  
  Cause:
  
  User Locking: The user mentioned in the error message has locked the COKL record, which means they are currently editing or have an active session that is preventing other users from accessing that record.
  Transaction Interruption: If a transaction was interrupted (e.g., due to a system crash or network issue), it might leave the record in a locked state.
  Long-running Transactions: If a user is taking too long to complete a transaction, it can lead to locks that prevent others from accessing the same data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for the user to complete their transaction may resolve the issue. You can retry the operation after