How To Fix CGPL_VERSIONS011 - Version &1 is already being edited by &2

CGPL_VERSIONS011 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CGPL_VERSIONS - Project Planning - Messages for Versions

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Version &1 is already being edited by &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CGPL_VERSIONS011 - Version &1 is already being edited by &2 ?

  The SAP error message CGPL_VERSIONS011 indicates that a specific version (denoted by &1) is currently being edited by another user (denoted by &2). This typically occurs in the context of version management in SAP, particularly when dealing with configuration or master data that can have multiple versions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Editing: The most common cause of this error is that two users are trying to edit the same version of a configuration or master data object simultaneously. SAP locks the version to prevent data inconsistencies.
  Session Timeout: If a user has an open session editing the version and it times out or is left open, it can lead to this error for other users trying to access the same version.
  System Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to ensure data integrity. If a version is locked by one user, others cannot edit it until the lock is released.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for Release: The simplest solution is