How To Fix /BOBF/FRW_CONTRACT008 - Calling action EDIT_DEPENDENT on an active instance of BO "&" twice

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/FRW_CONTRACT -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Calling action EDIT_DEPENDENT on an active instance of BO "&" twice

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/FRW_CONTRACT008 - Calling action EDIT_DEPENDENT on an active instance of BO "&" twice ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/FRW_CONTRACT008 indicates that there is an attempt to call the action EDIT_DEPENDENT on an active instance of a Business Object (BO) more than once. This typically occurs in the context of the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) in SAP, which is used for managing business objects and their lifecycle.
  Cause:
  
  
  Concurrent Calls: The error usually arises when there are multiple calls to the same action on the same instance of a business object before the first call has completed. This can happen due to:
  
  User interface (UI) issues where the action is triggered multiple times (e.g., double-clicking a button).
  Programmatic errors where the action is invoked multiple times in the code without proper checks.
  
  
  
  State Management: The business object might be in a state that does not allow for the action to be called again until the previous call has been fully processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  UI Handling: Ensure that the UI elements (like buttons) that trigger the action are disabled or hidden while the action is being processed. This prevents users from triggering the action multiple times inadvertently.
  
  
  Code Review: If the action is being called programmatically, review the code to ensure that the action is not being invoked multiple times without waiting for the previous call to complete. Implement checks to prevent re-entry.
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement proper error handling to catch this specific error and provide feedback to the user, indicating that the action is already in progress.
  
  
  Debugging: Use debugging tools to trace the execution flow and identify where the multiple calls are being made. This can help pinpoint the exact location in the code or UI that is causing the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific business object and action to understand any constraints or requirements that may apply.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOPF Framework: Familiarize yourself with the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) and its lifecycle management to better understand how actions and states are managed.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where similar issues may have been discussed, as other users may have encountered and resolved the same problem.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.