How To Fix UPP_PLAN003 - Person &1 is already processing the data from package &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPP_PLAN - Message Class for the Planning Application

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Person &1 is already processing the data from package &2

What causes this issue?

The data from planning package '&V2&' is being processed by user '&V1&
'. You may not change the planning package data. However, you may
display the data.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Process the data later or inform the person with user Id '&V1&'.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPP_PLAN003 - Person &1 is already processing the data from package &2 ?

  The SAP error message UPP_PLAN003 indicates that a specific person (identified by &1) is already processing data from a particular package (identified by &2). This error typically occurs in the context of planning or data processing scenarios, such as in SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC).
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Processing: The error usually arises when multiple users or processes attempt to access or modify the same data package simultaneously. This can happen in collaborative planning environments where multiple planners are working on the same data set.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If one user has locked the data package for processing, other users will receive this error message when they try to access the same package.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, a user may have an open session that is still processing data, leading to this error when they attempt to start another session.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the error is due to another user processing the data, you may need to wait until that user completes their task. After a reasonable amount of time, try to access the package again.
  Check Active Sessions: If you suspect that a session is stuck or not responding, check for any active sessions that may be holding the lock. You can do this by using transaction codes like SM66 (Global Work Process Overview) or SM50 (Work Process Overview) to identify and terminate any unnecessary sessions.
  Communicate with Team Members: If you are in a collaborative environment, communicate with your team members to ensure that no one else is working on the same package at the same time.
  Review Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries related to the user and package. If you find any locks that should not be there, you can delete them (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  System Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the system configuration and user roles to ensure that they are set up correctly to minimize conflicts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific SAP module you are using (e.g., IBP, BPC) for best practices on managing data packages and user sessions.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly manage their sessions and understand the implications of concurrent processing in the system.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.