How To Fix PRF_CNTRL_MSG104 - Record &1 is already locked in FI. Please unlock & proceed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRF_CNTRL_MSG - Message Class for control messages of PRF

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Record &1 is already locked in FI. Please unlock & proceed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRF_CNTRL_MSG104 - Record &1 is already locked in FI. Please unlock & proceed ?

  The SAP error message PRF_CNTRL_MSG104 indicates that a specific record (identified by &1) is currently locked in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. This typically occurs when another user or process is currently accessing or modifying the record, preventing you from making changes or processing transactions that involve that record.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or session is currently editing or processing the same record.
  Unfinished Transactions: A previous transaction that involved the record was not completed properly, leaving it in a locked state.
  Background Jobs: A background job may be running that is accessing the same record.
  System Errors: Sometimes, system errors or crashes can leave records in a locked state.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Lock:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the record. You can search for the user or the specific record that is locked.
  Look for the user ID that has locked the record and the transaction that is causing the lock.
  
  
  
  Unlock the Record:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually unlock the record in transaction SM12. Be cautious when doing this, as it may disrupt another user's work.
  If the lock is due to a user session that is no longer active, you can delete the lock entry.
  
  
  
  Wait and Retry:
  
  If the lock is due to another user actively working on the record, it may be best to wait until they have completed their work and then retry your transaction.
  
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs:
  
  Use transaction SM37 to check if there are any background jobs that might be locking the record. If you find any, you may need to wait for them to complete or contact the responsible person.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SE11: Data dictionary to check the structure of the table related to the locked record.
  
  
  
  User Communication: If you find that another user is locking the record, communicate with them to understand their needs and coordinate access.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to locking mechanisms in FI to understand how locks are managed and best practices for avoiding conflicts.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PRF_CNTRL_MSG104 error and proceed with your work in SAP.