How To Fix /SMB/ANC_SCE_LOCK003 - ANC/SCE indicator is already active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/ANC_SCE_LOCK -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: ANC/SCE indicator is already active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/ANC_SCE_LOCK003 - ANC/SCE indicator is already active ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/ANC_SCE_LOCK003 with the description "ANC/SCE indicator is already active" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Business Application Programming (ABAP) environment, particularly when dealing with the Advanced Network Control (ANC) or Supply Chain Execution (SCE) functionalities.
  Cause:
  This error generally indicates that there is an attempt to activate a specific indicator or process that is already in an active state. This can happen due to:
  
  Concurrent Processes: Multiple processes or transactions trying to activate the same indicator simultaneously.
  Session Issues: A previous session may not have completed properly, leaving the indicator in an active state.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings that lead to the system believing the indicator is still active when it should not be.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Active Sessions: Ensure that there are no other sessions or processes that are currently using the ANC/SCE indicator. You may need to log out of other sessions or terminate any stuck processes.
  
  
  Review Transaction Logs: Look into the transaction logs to identify if there are any processes that were not completed successfully. This can help you understand if there was a failure in a previous operation.
  
  
  Restart the Process: If you suspect that the process is stuck, try restarting the transaction or process that is causing the error. This may clear the active state of the indicator.
  
  
  System Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the ANC/SCE indicators. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no conflicting settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the ANC/SCE functionalities for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide patches or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in monitoring or managing ANC/SCE indicators.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error related to the ANC/SCE indicator being already active.