How To Fix PRC_MESSAGES_EXT100 - Pricing document is already locked by user &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRC_MESSAGES_EXT -

• Message number: 100

• Message text: Pricing document is already locked by user &1

What causes this issue?

When trying to lock the pricing document using the module ENQUEUE, you
realize that this is not possible. Another user is probably processing
the pricing document at the moment.

System Response

You cannot open the pricing document.

How to fix this error?

Try to open the pricing document again later.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRC_MESSAGES_EXT100 - Pricing document is already locked by user &1 ?

  The SAP error message "PRC_MESSAGES_EXT100 Pricing document is already locked by user &1" indicates that a pricing document is currently locked by another user, preventing you from making changes or processing it. This locking mechanism is in place to ensure data integrity and prevent conflicts when multiple users are trying to access or modify the same document simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing or processing the pricing document.
  Session Timeout: A previous session may not have released the lock due to a timeout or an unexpected termination.
  System Error: Sometimes, system errors or crashes can leave a lock in place even if the user is no longer active.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the document is locked by another user, the simplest solution is to wait until that user has finished their work and released the lock.
  Identify the Locking User: You can check who is currently locking the document. This can often be done using transaction codes like SM12 (to view locks) or SM21 (to view system logs).
  Contact the User: If you identify the user who has the document locked, you can reach out to them to see if they can release the lock.
  Release the Lock: If the locking user is unavailable or if the lock is stale (e.g., due to a session crash), a system administrator can manually release the lock using transaction SM12. However, this should be done with caution to avoid data inconsistencies.
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may also hold locks. Check if any jobs are running that might be causing the lock.
  Review System Settings: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the system settings related to locking mechanisms and user sessions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM21: To view system logs for errors and issues.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary for the pricing document structure.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on locking mechanisms and best practices for handling locks.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly release locks and manage their sessions to minimize locking issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the locking issue and continue working with the pricing document.