How To Fix RECEPR055 - Contract &1 is already being valuated by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECEPR - Messages for Contract Valuation

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Contract &1 is already being valuated by user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECEPR055 - Contract &1 is already being valuated by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message RECEPR055 indicates that a contract (identified by &1) is currently being processed or valuated by another user (identified by &2). This typically occurs in scenarios where multiple users are trying to access or modify the same contract simultaneously, leading to a lock situation to prevent data inconsistencies.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is already valuating the contract, which locks it for other users.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, a previous session may not have released the lock properly, causing the contract to appear as still being in use.
  Long-running Transactions: If a user is taking a long time to process the contract, it can lead to this error for others trying to access it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the other user to finish their transaction and then try again.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can see which user is holding the lock and the details of the lock. If necessary, you can ask the user to release the lock or, if appropriate, you can delete the lock entry (with caution).
  Communicate with Users: If you are in a team environment, communicate with the user who is valuating the contract to coordinate access.
  Review Transaction Logic: If this error occurs frequently, review the business process to see if it can be optimized to reduce concurrent access to the same contract.
  System Configuration: In some cases, it may be necessary to review the system configuration or consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that locking mechanisms are functioning as intended.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary for the contract table if needed.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to contract management and locking mechanisms to understand how to manage concurrent access effectively.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue related to the RECEPR055 error message.