How To Fix RU702 - An application for posting goods movements is already active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 702

• Message text: An application for posting goods movements is already active

What causes this issue?

Only one application that posts required goods movements from
confirmations can be active at any one time. This includes the
reports CORUPROC, CORUAFWP, and CORUAFW0 (either planned as job or
execute manually), or transaction CO1P (executed manually).
At the start of the program, a global lock is
set for all correct entries in table AFFW as well as a global process
lock for goods issue and goods receipt.

System Response

If such a lock is already active, the system terminates the job or the
application immediately.

How to fix this error?

Start the job or the application again at a later point in time.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU702 - An application for posting goods movements is already active ?

  The SAP error message RU702, which states "An application for posting goods movements is already active," typically occurs when a user attempts to post goods movements (such as goods receipts, goods issues, or transfer postings) while another session or transaction for posting goods movements is already open. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  Causes:
  
  Multiple Sessions: The user has multiple sessions open in SAP, and one of them is already processing a goods movement.
  Long-Running Transactions: A previous transaction is taking longer than expected, causing the system to lock the goods movement application.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may restrict concurrent postings for goods movements.
  User Lock: The user may have inadvertently locked the goods movement application due to a previous error or session hang.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Open Sessions: Ensure that you do not have multiple sessions open that are trying to post goods movements. Close any unnecessary sessions.
  Wait for Completion: If another transaction is currently processing, wait for it to complete before attempting to post again.
  Log Off and Log Back In: Sometimes, simply logging off and back into the SAP system can resolve session-related issues.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the goods movement application. If you find any locks that are no longer needed, you can delete them (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to contact your SAP support team or system administrator for further investigation. They can check for any underlying issues in the system configuration or performance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A, MB1B, MB1C, and MIGO for various goods movement postings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform goods movements, as insufficient permissions can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RU702 error and successfully post your goods movements in SAP.