How To Fix KX551 - Correction number & locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 551

• Message text: Correction number & locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX551 - Correction number & locked ?

  The SAP error message KX551 indicates that a correction number is locked, which typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or profitability analysis (CO-PA) modules. This error can arise when a user attempts to post or make changes to a transaction that is associated with a correction number that is currently locked by another user or process.
  Cause:
  
  Locked Correction Number: The correction number is locked because another user is currently processing it, or it may be locked due to a previous transaction that did not complete successfully.
  User Lock: A user may have an active session that is holding the lock on the correction number.
  System Lock: The system may have a lock due to background jobs or processes that are still running.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lock Status: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the correction number. You can see which user or process is holding the lock.
  Release Lock: If you find that a lock is held by a user who is no longer active, you can manually delete the lock entry (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  Wait for Release: If the lock is held by a legitimate process, you may need to wait until that process completes.
  Check Background Jobs: Use transaction code SM37 to check if there are any background jobs that might be holding the lock.
  Contact Administrator: If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance. They may have additional tools or authorizations to help resolve the lock.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM37: To check background jobs.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage locks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on handling locks and correction numbers in the CO module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KX551 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.