How To Fix AM180 - Data being maintained by user &; display only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 180

• Message text: Data being maintained by user &; display only

What causes this issue?

The selected address is already being processed by user &V1&.

System Response

This address can not be displayed at the moment.

How to fix this error?

Call the address again later.
If you have selected several addresses for maintenance, you must first
return to the address maintenance initial screen.
This is true whether or not the other user has now finished his or her
maintenance.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AM180 - Data being maintained by user &; display only ?

  The SAP error message AM180 ("Data being maintained by user &; display only") typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when a user attempts to change or edit asset data that is currently being maintained or locked by another user. This is a common scenario in environments where multiple users are working on asset data simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing the asset data, which locks the record for editing.
  Transaction Lock: The asset is being processed in a transaction that requires exclusive access, such as during a posting or a mass change.
  User Lock: The asset may be locked by a specific user due to a previous session or transaction that has not been completed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the asset is being edited by another user, wait for that user to finish their changes and then try again.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any lock entries related to the asset. If you find a lock that is no longer needed, you may be able to delete it (ensure you have the necessary authorizations).
  Communicate with Users: If you know who is working on the asset, communicate with them to understand when they will finish their changes.
  Review Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may lock records. Check if any background jobs are running that might be affecting the asset.
  Transaction Codes: If you are trying to access the asset through a specific transaction code, ensure that you are using the correct one for the action you want to perform (e.g., AS02 for changing asset data).
  System Administrator: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the locking user, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in Asset Accounting, such as:
  
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to edit asset data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for Asset Accounting to understand the processes and potential locking scenarios better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AM180 error and continue working with the asset data.