How To Fix PFM_GENERIC006 - Budget key &1 locked by &2

PFM_GENERIC006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_GENERIC - Messages to be reused on ADDON PT

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Budget key &1 locked by &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_GENERIC006 - Budget key &1 locked by &2 ?

  The SAP error message PFM_GENERIC006 indicates that a budget key is locked by another user or process. This typically occurs in the context of budget management within SAP, where multiple users may attempt to access or modify budget data simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  A user tries to access or modify a budget key that is currently locked by another user or process.
  The budget key is being edited or processed in a different session, preventing concurrent access.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Locking User/Process:
  
  Check who is currently locking the budget key. You can use transaction code SM12 to view the lock entries. Look for the specific budget key and see which user or process is holding the lock.
  
  
  
  Wait for Release:
  
  If the lock is held by another user, you may need to wait until they finish their task and release the lock.
  
  
  
  Contact the Locking User:
  
  If possible,