How To Fix SGT_01111 - Characteristic &1 is being processed by &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SGT_01 - SGT_01

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Characteristic &1 is being processed by &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_01111 - Characteristic &1 is being processed by &2 ?

  The SAP error message SGT_01111 indicates that a characteristic is currently being processed by another user or session, which prevents the current user from making changes or accessing that characteristic. This is a common issue in systems where multiple users may be working on the same data simultaneously.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A characteristic (e.g., a material characteristic in SAP GTS) is locked by another user or process.
  The system is trying to access or modify a characteristic that is currently in use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Lock: 
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks in the system. You can filter by the user ID or the object being locked.
  Look for the characteristic that is causing the issue and identify which user or session is holding the lock.
  
  
  
  Wait for Release: 
  
  If the lock is held by another user, you may need to wait until that user completes their task and releases the lock.
  
  
  
  Contact the User: 
  
  If you identify the user who is holding the lock, you can reach out to them to see if they can release the lock or if they are done with their task.
  
  
  
  Force Release (if necessary): 
  
  If the lock is not being released and you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually delete the lock using transaction SM12. Be cautious with this approach, as it may disrupt the other user's work.
  
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs: 
  
  Sometimes, background jobs may also hold locks. Check transaction SM37 to see if there are any jobs running that might be causing the lock.
  
  
  
  Review System Configuration: 
  
  If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the system configuration and user access to ensure that locks are managed effectively.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM37: To check background jobs.
  SE11: To view the data dictionary and check the characteristics involved.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on handling locks and characteristics in your specific SAP module (e.g., SAP GTS).
  
  
  
  User Training: 
  
  Ensure that users are trained on how to properly manage characteristics and understand the implications of locking mechanisms in SAP.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SGT_01111 error and continue your work in SAP.