How To Fix VW846 - Delivery & is currently being processed by user &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 846

• Message text: Delivery & is currently being processed by user &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW846 - Delivery & is currently being processed by user & ?

  The SAP error message VW846 indicates that a delivery document is currently being processed by another user. This typically occurs when multiple users attempt to access or modify the same delivery document simultaneously, leading to a lock situation in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing or processing the delivery document.
  Session Lock: The document may be locked due to a previous session that did not close properly.
  Long Processing Time: If a user is taking a long time to process the delivery, it can lead to this error for other users trying to access the same document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for a few moments and then try to access the delivery document again. The lock will be released once the other user completes their processing.
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the delivery document. You can see which user is holding the lock and the details of the lock.
  Contact the User: If you identify the user who is holding the lock, you can contact them to see if they can complete their processing or release the lock.
  Release the Lock: If necessary, a system administrator can manually release the lock using transaction SM12, but this should be done with caution to avoid data inconsistencies.
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may also hold locks. Check transaction SM37 to see if any background jobs are running that might be affecting the delivery document.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM37: To check background jobs.
  VL02N: To change delivery documents.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly close sessions and avoid leaving documents open for extended periods.
  System Performance: If this error occurs frequently, it may be worth investigating system performance and user load to ensure that the system can handle concurrent processing effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VW846 error and continue processing your delivery documents in SAP.