How To Fix UMG072 - Table is already being processed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMG - Message Class for the Unicode Migration Tool.

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Table is already being processed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMG072 - Table is already being processed ?

  The SAP error message UMG072, which states "Table is already being processed," typically occurs when there is an attempt to perform an operation on a table that is currently locked or being processed by another transaction. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during data uploads, batch processing, or when multiple users are trying to access the same table simultaneously.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Access: Multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same table at the same time.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold a lock on the table, preventing other operations from proceeding.
  Background Jobs: A background job may be processing the table, causing it to be locked for other operations.
  Database Locks: Database-level locks may be in place due to previous operations that have not yet been committed or rolled back.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the operation is not urgent, wait for a few