How To Fix /PRA/CA_SPF144 - Plant fuel volumes for this header already locked by &1. Upload aborted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/CA_SPF -

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Plant fuel volumes for this header already locked by &1. Upload aborted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/CA_SPF144 - Plant fuel volumes for this header already locked by &1. Upload aborted ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/CA_SPF144 Plant fuel volumes for this header already locked by &1. Upload aborted typically indicates that there is a locking issue related to the data you are trying to upload. This error occurs when another user or process has locked the data for the specified header, preventing your upload from proceeding.
  Cause:
  
  Data Locking: The primary cause of this error is that the data you are trying to upload is currently being accessed or modified by another user or process. SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies, and if a record is locked, other transactions cannot modify it until the lock is released.
  Concurrent Processes: If multiple users or processes are trying to access the same data simultaneously, it can lead to this error.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction takes a long time to complete, it may hold the lock longer than expected, causing subsequent transactions to fail.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks. You can filter by the user ID mentioned in the error message (&1) to see which session is holding the lock.
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is held by another user, you may need to wait until they complete their transaction. Once the lock is released, you can attempt the upload again.
  Contact the User: If you identify the user holding the lock, you can reach out to them to see if they can complete their transaction or release the lock.
  Release Locks: If necessary and if you have the appropriate permissions, you can manually release the lock from transaction SM12. However, be cautious with this approach, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the other user is still working on the data.
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may also hold locks. You can check transaction SM37 to see if there are any jobs running that might be causing the lock.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Lock Management: Understanding how SAP handles locks can help in troubleshooting these issues. Locks can be exclusive (preventing all other access) or shared (allowing read access).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage locks.
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SM21: Check system logs for any related errors or warnings.
  
  
  User Communication: Establishing a protocol for users to communicate when they are working on critical data can help prevent locking issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the locking issue and successfully complete your upload.