How To Fix 57317 - You are editing an SAP object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 57 - Component 709: Interface to external payroll system

• Message number: 317

• Message text: You are editing an SAP object

What causes this issue?

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<ZH>X'</>.
Customer interface formats should start with '<ZH>Y</>', '<ZH>Z</>' or
'<ZH>0</>' - '<ZH>9</>'.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 57317 - You are editing an SAP object ?

  The SAP error message 57317, which states "You are editing an SAP object," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify an SAP object that is currently locked or being edited by another user. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when multiple users are trying to access the same object simultaneously or when a previous session did not close properly.
  Cause:
  
  Object Locking: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent multiple users from making conflicting changes to the same object. If another user is currently editing the object, you will receive this error.
  Session Issues: If a previous session was not closed properly, it may still hold a lock on the object.
  Transport Requests: If the object is part of a transport request that is currently being processed, it may be locked.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Lock: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the object. You can see which user is holding the lock and the details of the lock. If you have the necessary permissions, you can unlock the object.
  Wait for Release: If another user is editing the object, you may need to wait until they finish their changes and release the lock.
  Log Off and Log Back In: Sometimes, simply logging off and back into the SAP system can clear any session-related locks.
  Contact Administrator: If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance. They can help identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action.
  Check Transport Requests: If the object is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is not currently being processed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SE80: To access the Object Navigator and check the status of the object.
  SE09 or SE10: To check transport requests.
  
  
  
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to unlock objects or to edit them.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.