How To Fix BUP_CENT017 - Simultaneous time-dependent operations are not permitted

BUP_CENT017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUP_CENT - BP: Messages for Segment General Data

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Simultaneous time-dependent operations are not permitted

What causes this issue?

You attempted to carry out several time-dependent operations in one
dialog step.

System Response

The operations have been rejected because the system cannot recognize
which operation is to be carried out first, which means a consistent
result cannot be guaranteed.

How to fix this error?

Always carry out the following operations separately:
Changing the validity of a record
Inserting a new record
Deleting an existing record

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_CENT017 - Simultaneous time-dependent operations are not permitted ?

  The SAP error message BUP_CENT017 indicates that there are simultaneous time-dependent operations being attempted on a business partner (BP) or a related object, which is not allowed in the system. This typically occurs when multiple users or processes are trying to modify the same business partner data at the same time, especially when those modifications involve time-dependent data (like validity periods).
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Modifications: Two or more users or processes are trying to change the same business partner data simultaneously.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If one user has locked the data for editing, another user trying to access it will receive this error.
  Time-Dependent Data: The error is specifically related to operations that involve time-dependent attributes, which require exclusive access to ensure data integrity.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Retry the Operation: Wait for a few moments and then try to perform the operation again. This is often the simplest solution if the