How To Fix AD814 - Index &-& is new and is being edited by &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 814

• Message text: Index &-& is new and is being edited by &

What causes this issue?

Only a revised version exists of the selected cluster. Since this
version is being blocked by another user, you cannot access this
object. The lock could be for a limited time (e.g. the user is
maintaining the ojbect at the moment) or it could be a permanent
lock against changing the revised version.

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?

The only way to
remove the lock is for the user under whose name the lock is entered to
activate the revised version or to explicity release the revised
version for maintenance by other users with the 'Unlock' function.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD814 - Index &-& is new and is being edited by & ?

  The SAP error message AD814 indicates that an index is currently being edited by another user or process. This typically occurs in the context of database indexing, where an index is being modified or created, and another session is trying to access or modify it simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently editing the index, which locks it for other operations.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that is taking a long time to complete may hold a lock on the index.
  System Performance Issues: High load on the database or system can lead to delays in releasing locks.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the index is being edited by another user, you may need to wait until that user completes their operation. You can retry the operation after some time.
  Identify the Locking Session: Use transaction codes like SM12 (to view locks) or SM21 (to check system logs) to identify which user or process is