How To Fix AD988 - Technical settings for & are already being edited

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 988

• Message text: Technical settings for & are already being edited

What causes this issue?

The technical settings for the table were already edited by another
user. For reasons of consistency, a lock was set.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

You can only edit the technical settings of the table once the other
user has terminated editing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD988 - Technical settings for & are already being edited ?

  The SAP error message AD988 indicates that the technical settings for a particular database table or object are currently being edited by another user or session. This can happen in the SAP system when multiple users attempt to modify the same object simultaneously, leading to a lock situation.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Editing: Another user or session is already editing the technical settings for the specified object.
  Session Lock: The object may be locked due to a previous session that has not been properly closed or has crashed.
  Transport Request: The object might be part of a transport request that is currently being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Active Sessions: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any active locks on the object. You can look for the user or session that is holding the lock and determine if it can be released.
  Wait and Retry: If another user is editing the object, you may need to wait until they finish and then try again.
  Release Locks: If you find that a session is holding a lock unnecessarily, you can release it (if you have the necessary authorizations) using transaction SM12.
  Check Transport Requests: If the object is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is completed or check with the transport administrator.
  System Restart: In rare cases, if the lock persists and cannot be resolved, a system restart may be necessary, but this should be done with caution and typically as a last resort.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SE11: To view and edit database table definitions.
  SE03: To manage transport requests.
  
  
  User Communication: If you are in a collaborative environment, communicate with your team to ensure that no one else is working on the same object.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Notes and documentation for specific guidance on handling locks and technical settings.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or support for further assistance.