M7111 - User & blocks material document & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 111

• Message text: User & blocks material document & &

INCLUDE MB_NA_BELEG_GESPERRT

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7111 - User & blocks material document & & ?

  The SAP error message M7111 "User & blocks material document & &" typically indicates that a user is attempting to process a material document that is currently blocked by another user. This can occur in various transactions related to inventory management, such as goods movements, inventory adjustments, or other material document postings.
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: The material document is locked by another user who is currently processing it. This can happen if the document is being edited or if a transaction is not completed properly.
  Transaction Interruption: If a previous transaction involving the material document was interrupted (e.g., due to a system crash or user error), it may leave the document in a locked state.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the material document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can look for the specific material document and see which user is holding the lock. If the lock is no longer needed, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  Wait for Release: If another user is legitimately working on the document, you may need to wait until they complete their transaction and release the lock.
  Contact the User: If you identify the user who is blocking the document, you can reach out to them to see if they can complete their transaction or release the lock.
  System Administrator: If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance. They may have additional tools or authorizations to help resolve the lock.
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may also hold locks on documents. Check if any background jobs are running that might be affecting the document.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (to view and manage lock entries), SM21 (to check system logs), and SE11 (to view data dictionary objects).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations to access and modify material documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.