How To Fix MPD055 - Maintenance plan creation is in process &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPD - Message Class for A&D MPD

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Maintenance plan creation is in process &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPD055 - Maintenance plan creation is in process &1 ?

  The SAP error message MPD055 ("Maintenance plan creation is in process &1") typically indicates that there is an ongoing process related to the creation of a maintenance plan in the system. This error can occur when a user attempts to create or modify a maintenance plan while another process is still active.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Processing: The most common cause of this error is that another user or process is currently creating or modifying the same maintenance plan.
  System Lock: The system may have a lock on the maintenance plan due to a previous transaction that has not yet been completed or has been left in a pending state.
  Background Jobs: There may be background jobs running that are related to maintenance plan creation or updates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Active Processes: Verify if there are any other users or processes currently working on the same maintenance plan. You can use transaction codes like SM12 (to check for locks) or SM37 (to check background jobs) to identify any active sessions or jobs.
  Wait and Retry: If another user is working on the maintenance plan, you may need to wait until they complete their task before trying again.
  Release Locks: If you find that there are locks on the maintenance plan that should not be there, you can release them using transaction SM12. However, be cautious when doing this, as it may affect other users.
  Check for Errors: If the previous process was interrupted or failed, check for any error messages or logs that might indicate what went wrong. You can use transaction SLG1 to view application logs.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying system issues or to check for any inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM12: To check and manage locks.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  SLG1: To view application logs for error messages.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to maintenance plan creation.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for maintenance planning to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for creating and managing maintenance plans.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MPD055 error and successfully create or modify your maintenance plan.