How To Fix TD640 - Table DRUCK_NA is already being processed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TD - SAPscript: Text editor, composer, forms, styles and fonts

• Message number: 640

• Message text: Table DRUCK_NA is already being processed

What causes this issue?

Table DRUCK_NA is already being edited.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Try to edit the table at a later date.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD640 - Table DRUCK_NA is already being processed ?

  The SAP error message TD640, which states "Table DRUCK_NA is already being processed," typically occurs when there is an attempt to access or modify a table that is currently locked or being processed by another transaction or user. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during printing processes, data updates, or batch jobs.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently accessing or modifying the table DRUCK_NA, leading to a lock.
  Long-running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold the lock on the table longer than expected.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations or settings in the SAP system may lead to locking issues.
  Database Locks: The underlying database may have locks that prevent access to the table.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the table is being processed by another user or transaction, wait for that process to complete and then retry your action.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries related to the table DRUCK_NA. You can identify the user or process holding the lock and take appropriate action.
  Terminate Long-running Processes: If you identify a process that is taking too long and is holding the lock unnecessarily, you may need to terminate it (with caution) using transaction SM37 or SM12.
  Review Batch Jobs: If the issue is related to batch jobs, review the job logs in transaction SM37 to identify any issues or long-running jobs that may be causing the lock.
  Consult Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team to investigate further, as they can analyze system performance and locking behavior.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM37: To monitor and manage background jobs.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related errors or warnings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message TD640.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices on managing table locks and concurrent processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TD640 error and understand the underlying cause of the table lock.