How To Fix BUPA_DIALOG_JOEL104 - Business partner maintenance is already active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUPA_DIALOG_JOEL - SAP BP: Messages for Function Group BUPA_DIALOG_JOEL

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Business partner maintenance is already active

What causes this issue?

Business partner maintenance can only be started once within each role
area.
Due to a program error, an attempt was made to start maintenance for
the second time.

System Response

The program terminates.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

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 BUPA_DIALOG_JOEL104 - Business partner maintenance is already active ?

  The SAP error message BUPA_DIALOG_JOEL104 indicates that the business partner maintenance transaction is already active for the same business partner. This typically occurs when a user tries to access the business partner maintenance screen while another session is already open for the same business partner.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Sessions: The most common cause is that the user or another user has already opened the business partner maintenance screen for the same business partner in another session.
  Session Timeout: Sometimes, if a session is left open for an extended period, it may lead to this error when trying to access the same business partner again.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent concurrent modifications to the same business partner data, which can trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Open Sessions: Verify if there are any other active sessions for the same business partner. If you find one, you can either close that session or wait for it to be released.
  Log Off and Log Back In: If you suspect that the session is stuck, logging off and then logging back into SAP can help clear any lingering locks.
  Use Transaction Code: If you are using a specific transaction code to access the business partner, try using a different transaction code or method to access it.
  Wait for Release: If the business partner is being edited by another user, you may need to wait until they finish their changes and release the lock.
  Contact Administrator: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to contact your SAP system administrator to check for any system-level locks or issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to business partner maintenance include BP (Business Partner), BP_MON (Business Partner Monitor), and BP_CHANGE (Change Business Partner).
  Lock Management: You can use transaction code SM12 to view and manage locks in the SAP system. This can help identify if there are any locks on the business partner you are trying to access.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to business partner maintenance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your business partner maintenance tasks.