How To Fix RLB026 - Product is currently being processed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RLB - Reuse Library

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Product is currently being processed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RLB026 - Product is currently being processed ?

  The SAP error message RLB026, which states "Product is currently being processed," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or production planning when a product is locked for processing. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Ongoing Transactions: The product may be involved in an ongoing transaction, such as a goods movement, production order, or inventory count.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If another user or process is currently working on the same product, it will be locked.
  Batch Management: If the product is batch-managed, it may be locked due to batch processing activities.
  Background Jobs: Background jobs that are processing data related to the product may also cause it to be locked.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the product is being processed by another user or job, you may need to wait until the process is completed and then try again.
  Check Active Sessions: Use transaction codes like SM12 (to check for locks) to see if there are any active sessions that are locking the product. You can identify the user or process that is holding the lock.
  Release Locks: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually release the locks using transaction SM12. However, be cautious when doing this, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the other process is still running.
  Review Background Jobs: Check if there are any background jobs running that might be processing the product. You can use transaction SM37 to monitor background jobs.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the cause of the lock, consult with colleagues or your SAP support team to understand if someone else is working on the same product.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  MB52: To check stock levels and see if the product is involved in any ongoing transactions.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for inventory management and production planning to understand how locks are managed in your specific configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.