How To Fix /STTPEC/MSG007 - Report is locked by user &1. Only a single instance can be executed.

/STTPEC/MSG007 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STTPEC/MSG -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Report is locked by user &1. Only a single instance can be executed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STTPEC/MSG007 - Report is locked by user &1. Only a single instance can be executed. ?

  The SAP error message /STTPEC/MSG007 Report is locked by user &1. Only a single instance can be executed. indicates that a specific report or transaction is currently being executed by another user, and as a result, you cannot run the same report simultaneously. This is a common locking mechanism in SAP to prevent data inconsistencies and ensure that reports are processed in a controlled manner.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Execution: The report is designed to allow only one instance to run at a time. If another user is already executing the report, it will lock the report for other users.
  Long-Running Processes: If the report takes a long time to execute, it may remain locked for an extended period, preventing others from running it.
  User Session Issues: Sometimes, a user may have an active session that is not properly terminated, causing the report to remain locked.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait until the