How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CONV401 - Payment item in an outgoing payment order is locked

/PF1/MSG_CONV401 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CONV -

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Payment item in an outgoing payment order is locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV401 - Payment item in an outgoing payment order is locked ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV401 indicates that a payment item in an outgoing payment order is locked. This typically occurs when there are concurrent processes or transactions that are trying to access or modify the same payment item, leading to a lock situation.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Processing: Another user or process is currently processing the same payment item, causing it to be locked.
  Incomplete Transactions: A previous transaction involving the payment item may not have been completed, leaving it in a locked state.
  System Errors: Sometimes, system errors or crashes can leave items in a locked state.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the payment item.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is due to another user or process, waiting for a short period and then retrying the operation may resolve the issue.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can identify the user