How To Fix 3F870 - User &1 is already editing the plan scenario

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3F - Compensation Management

• Message number: 870

• Message text: User &1 is already editing the plan scenario

What causes this issue?

User &v1& is currently editing the selected planning version. Planning
versions cannot be edited by more than one user at the same time.

System Response

You cannot edit the selected planning version at this time. You cannot
edit a planning version if a similar scenario group is being edited.

How to fix this error?

Edit the selected planning version when user &v1& has finished editing
the required version.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3F870 - User &1 is already editing the plan scenario ?

  The SAP error message 3F870 indicates that a user is already editing a plan scenario, which prevents other users from making changes to the same scenario simultaneously. This is a common issue in collaborative environments where multiple users may need to access and edit planning scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Editing: Another user has opened the same planning scenario for editing, and SAP locks the scenario to prevent data inconsistencies.
  Session Timeout: A previous session may not have been closed properly, leaving the scenario in an "in-use" state.
  User Lock: The user who is editing the scenario may have left the session open, causing a lock on the scenario.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Sessions: Verify if another user is indeed editing the scenario. You can do this by checking the user sessions in the system.
  Wait for Release: If another user is editing the scenario, you may need to wait until they finish and release the lock.
  Log Off: If you suspect that your own session is causing the lock, log off and log back in to clear any stale sessions.
  Use Transaction SM12: You can check for locks in the system using transaction code SM12. Look for locks related to the scenario and see if you can identify the user who is holding the lock.
  Contact the User: If you find that another user is editing the scenario, you may want to contact them to coordinate your work.
  System Administrator: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the user or release the lock, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance. They may need to manually release the lock if it is stuck.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (to view and manage locks) and SM21 (to check system logs).
  User Management: Ensure that user roles and permissions are set correctly to avoid unnecessary locks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes for specific guidance related to your version of SAP, as error handling can vary between versions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue working with the planning scenario.