How To Fix WZ581 - In process

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

• Message number: 581

• Message text: In process

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ581 - In process ?

  SAP Error Message: WZ581 In process
  
  1. Cause of the Error
  The SAP message WZ581 "In process" typically occurs when you try to perform an action on a document or object that is currently being processed or is locked by another user or process. This means the system has detected that the object is in an intermediate state and cannot be changed or processed further until the current process is completed.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  A workflow or background job is currently processing the document.
  Another user has locked the document for editing.
  The document is in a status that prevents further changes (e.g., a payment run in progress).
  A previous transaction on the object has not been fully completed or committed.
  
  
  2. Solution
  To resolve the WZ581 "In process" message, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if the document or object is locked.
  If a lock exists and you are sure no one else is working on it, you may delete the lock (with caution).
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion:
  
  If a background job or workflow is processing the document, wait until it finishes.
  Check transaction SM37 for running jobs related to the document.
  
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Verify the status of the document to ensure it is not in an intermediate or blocked status.
  For example, in payment runs, check if the payment is still being processed.
  
  
  
  Reprocess or Restart:
  
  If the process was interrupted, try to restart or reprocess the document after ensuring no locks or active processes exist.
  
  
  
  Check for Incomplete Transactions:
  
  Sometimes, incomplete or failed transactions can cause the document to remain "in process."
  Review application logs or use transaction SM21 or SLG1 for error logs.
  
  
  
  Consult Basis or Workflow Team:
  
  If the issue is related to workflow or background processing, coordinate with the respective teams to release or complete the process.
  
  
  
  
  3. Related Information
  
  
  Message Class: WZ (related to payment program and payment processing)
  
  
  Typical Modules: FI (Financial Accounting), specifically in payment processing or clearing.
  
  
  Transactions to Check:
  
  SM12 – Lock entries
  SM37 – Job monitoring
  F110 – Payment run (if related to payment processing)
  FB03 – Display document status
  SLG1 – Application log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to payment processing or document locking if the problem persists.
  Example: SAP Note 123456 (hypothetical) might describe issues with payment run locks.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Document/object is currently locked or being processed by another user/process.
  
  
  Solution
  Check and remove locks (SM12), wait for jobs to finish (SM37), verify document status, reprocess if needed.
  
  
  Related
  Payment processing (F110), document display (FB03), logs (SLG1), locks (SM12).
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context or transaction where the error occurs, I can give more tailored advice.