How To Fix KK386 - Costing model &3 is currently being used for a costing by user &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 386

• Message text: Costing model &3 is currently being used for a costing by user &4

What causes this issue?

Costing model &V3& is currently being processed in a cost estimate by
user &V4& meaning it is possible that the characteristics are being
valuated. Consequently you are unable at present to change the costing
model.

System Response

The changes in the costing model cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK386 - Costing model &3 is currently being used for a costing by user &4 ?

  The SAP error message KK386 indicates that a specific costing model is currently in use by another user, which prevents you from making changes or executing certain transactions that involve that costing model. This is a common issue in environments where multiple users are working with the same costing models simultaneously.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A user is currently processing a transaction that involves the specified costing model.
  The costing model is locked for editing or processing by another user, which is a standard behavior in SAP to prevent data inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the User: Check who is currently using the costing model. You can do this by using transaction codes like SM12 (to view lock entries) or SM21 (to check system logs) to identify the user and the transaction they are executing.
  
  
  Wait for Release: If the user is actively working on the costing model, the simplest solution is to wait until they finish their transaction and release the lock.
  
  
  Contact the User: If you know the user who is using the costing model, you can reach out to them and ask if they can complete their work or release the lock.
  
  
  Force Release (if necessary): If the user is no longer active or you cannot reach them, a system administrator can forcefully release the lock using transaction SM12. However, this should be done with caution, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the user is indeed still working on the model.
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may also hold locks on costing models. Check for any running jobs that might be using the costing model.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  KK01: Create Costing Model
  KK02: Change Costing Model
  KK03: Display Costing Model
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries
  SM21: System log
  
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly release costing models after use to minimize conflicts.
  
  
  System Configuration: Review system settings related to locking mechanisms to ensure they are configured appropriately for your business processes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KK386 error and continue with your costing activities in SAP.