How To Fix KE079 - Transaction & is locked --> use Transaction KEA0

KE079 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Transaction & is locked --> use Transaction KEA0

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE079 - Transaction & is locked --> use Transaction KEA0 ?

  The SAP error message KE079 indicates that a transaction is locked, and it suggests using transaction KEA0 to resolve the issue. This error typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions, particularly when dealing with cost center accounting, internal orders, or profitability analysis.
  
  Cause:
  The error message KE079 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently accessing the same transaction or data, leading to a lock.
  Incomplete Transactions: A previous transaction may not have been completed properly, leaving the data in a locked state.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations or settings in the SAP system may lead to locking issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KE079 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Use Transaction KEA0: 
  
  Go to transaction KEA0 (Cost Element Accounting: Change).
  This transaction allows you to unlock the transaction or data that is causing the issue.
  Check if you can identify the locked transaction and take appropriate action to unlock it.
  
  
  
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