How To Fix RD421 - Document &1/&2 is being processed (line items not posted)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RD - CO-PA Connection to SAP BW

• Message number: 421

• Message text: Document &1/&2 is being processed (line items not posted)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RD421 - Document &1/&2 is being processed (line items not posted) ?

  The SAP error message RD421 indicates that a document (identified by &1 and &2) is currently being processed, and as a result, the line items associated with that document have not been posted. This error typically occurs in the context of document processing in SAP, particularly in financial or logistics modules.
  Cause:
  
  Document Locking: The document is locked for processing by another user or process. This can happen if someone is currently editing or posting the document.
  Background Processing: The document may be in a background job that is still running, preventing further processing.
  Incomplete Processing: The document may have been created but not fully processed, leading to a temporary state where it cannot be posted.
  Transaction Errors: There may be errors in the transaction that prevent the document from being posted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) or SE16N (Data Browser) to check the status of the document. Ensure that it is not locked or in a processing state.
  Identify Locking User: Use transaction SM12 to check for locks on the document. If another user is locking the document, you may need to wait for them to finish or contact them to resolve the issue.
  Review Background Jobs: Check transaction SM37 to see if there are any background jobs related to the document that are still running. If a job is stuck, you may need to cancel it or wait for it to complete.
  Error Logs: Review the application logs using transaction SLG1 to identify any specific errors that may have occurred during processing.
  Reprocess Document: If the document is in an incomplete state, you may need to reprocess it or correct any errors that are preventing it from being posted.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying system issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03, SM12, SM37, and SLG1 for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the RD421 error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and process the document in question.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on document processing and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RD421 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.