How To Fix /MVA/AMVRA_IMPEXPORT005 - Cancellation of the action; file is locked by user &1


/MVA/AMVRA_IMPEXPORT005 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /MVA/AMVRA_IMPEXPORT -

  • Message number: 005

  • Message text: Cancellation of the action; file is locked by user &1

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/MVA/AMVRA_IMPEXPORT005 - Details

  • The SAP error message /MVA/AMVRA_IMPEXPORT005 indicates that a cancellation of an action has occurred because the file is locked by a specific user. This typically happens in scenarios where multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same file simultaneously, leading to a conflict.
    
    Cause: File Locking: The file you are trying to access is currently locked by another user or process. This can happen if: Another user is currently using the file. A previous session did not close properly, leaving the file in a locked state. A background job or process is still accessing the file. User Session: The user mentioned in the error message (&1) is the one who has locked the file. This could be due to an active session or a transaction that has not been completed.
    Solution: Identify the Lock: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks in the system. You can search for the user who has locked the

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