How To Fix AQ230 - Query is already being edited by user &

AQ230 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 230

• Message text: Query is already being edited by user &

What causes this issue?

There are two possible reasons for the error:

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

You attempted to edit a query that was already being edited by another
user.
You attempted to execute a query being edited by another user. This
user has already saved a new version of the query, but no suitable
program has yet been generated. No program can be generated until the
user has finished editing the query.

System Response

How to fix this error?

You cannot edit or execute the query until the other user has finished.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ230 - Query is already being edited by user & ?

  The SAP error message AQ230, which states "Query is already being edited by user &," typically occurs when a user attempts to edit a query that is currently being edited by another user. This is a common issue in environments where multiple users may be working with the same queries in SAP Query or SAP BW.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Editing: The primary cause of this error is that the query is locked for editing by another user. SAP locks the query to prevent conflicting changes.
  Session Timeout: If a user has left a session open for an extended period, the query may still be locked even if the user is no longer actively editing it.
  System Issues: Occasionally, system glitches or errors can lead to queries being incorrectly marked as being edited.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for Release: The simplest solution is to wait until the other user has finished editing the query. Once they save or exit, the