How To Fix SD_PRODUCT_HIER018 - Assignment entry is currently being processed by &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_PRODUCT_HIER - SD Product Hierarchy Messages

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Assignment entry is currently being processed by &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_PRODUCT_HIER018 - Assignment entry is currently being processed by &1. ?

  The SAP error message SD_PRODUCT_HIER018 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a product hierarchy in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. The specific message "Assignment entry is currently being processed by &1" suggests that the system is unable to complete the assignment because another process or user is currently working on it.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Processing: Another user or process is currently editing or processing the same product hierarchy assignment, leading to a lock on the entry.
  Database Lock: The database may have a lock on the entry due to a transaction that has not yet been completed or has been left open.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction is taking a long time to complete, it may prevent other users from accessing the same data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the error is due to another user processing the entry, wait for a few moments and then try again.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction