/AIF/ENGINE_IDOC003 - Data is out-of-date; IDoc was changed by another user; reload the data

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/ENGINE_IDOC -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Data is out-of-date; IDoc was changed by another user; reload the data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/ENGINE_IDOC003 - Data is out-of-date; IDoc was changed by another user; reload the data ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/ENGINE_IDOC003 Data is out-of-date; IDoc was changed by another user; reload the data typically occurs in the context of the Application Interface Framework (AIF) when there is a conflict in the data being processed. This error indicates that the IDoc (Intermediate Document) you are trying to process has been modified by another user or process after it was initially loaded into your session. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Modifications: The IDoc data was changed by another user or process while you were working with it. This can happen in environments where multiple users or processes are accessing and modifying the same IDoc data simultaneously.
  Session Timeout: If your session has been open for a long time, the data may have been updated in the database, leading to a mismatch.
  Data Consistency: The system is designed to ensure data consistency, and if it detects that the data has changed, it will prevent you from proceeding with the outdated version.
  
  Solution:
  
  Reload the IDoc: The simplest solution is to reload the IDoc data. You can do this by navigating back to the IDoc processing screen and re-fetching the IDoc. This will ensure you are working with the most current data.
  Check for Locks: Ensure that no other users or processes are locking the IDoc you are trying to access. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  Review Changes: If possible, review the changes made to the IDoc by other users or processes to understand what modifications were made and how they might affect your processing.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your AIF configuration to manage such conflicts more gracefully in the future.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to AIF and IDoc processing for any specific guidelines or updates that may address this issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as WE02 (IDoc display), WE19 (IDoc test), and AIF transaction for monitoring and managing interfaces.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to AIF and IDoc processing that might address this error.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to handle IDocs and the implications of concurrent modifications to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue processing your IDocs effectively.