How To Fix MC031 - Matchcode object & is new and being processed by &

MC031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Matchcode object & is new and being processed by &

What causes this issue?

The matchcode object is being created by another user. Therefore it is
locked and only the specified user can edit the object.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

You can only edit the matchcode object once the specified user has
finished editing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

MC031 - Details

• The SAP error message MC031 indicates that a matchcode object is new and is currently being processed. This typically occurs when you are trying to access or use a matchcode object that is still in the process of being created or updated in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  New Matchcode Object: The matchcode object you are trying to access has just been created and is not yet fully processed or activated in the system.
  Background Processing: The system may be processing the matchcode object in the background, which can lead to temporary unavailability.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If a matchcode object is being modified, it may be locked for other users.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the matchcode object is being processed, wait for a few moments and then try to access it again. The processing may complete shortly.
  Check Background Jobs: Use transaction code SM37 to check if there are any