How To Fix CM_FAC_MANAGE_GLACCT701 - G/L Account &2 in Chart of Accounts &1 has been changed by another user.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_FAC_MANAGE_GLACCT - Message Class for G/L Account Management

• Message number: 701

• Message text: G/L Account &2 in Chart of Accounts &1 has been changed by another user.

What causes this issue?

Another user has saved changes when you were editing the accounts.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Click Save if you want to integrate changes made by the user and you, or
click Cancel if you want to discard your changes.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_FAC_MANAGE_GLACCT701 - G/L Account &2 in Chart of Accounts &1 has been changed by another user. ?

  The SAP error message CM_FAC_MANAGE_GLACCT701 indicates that a General Ledger (G/L) account in a specific Chart of Accounts has been modified by another user while you were trying to access or edit it. This is a common issue in multi-user environments where multiple users may be trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user has made changes to the G/L account while you were attempting to access it.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. When one user is editing a record, it is locked for others until the changes are saved or canceled.
  Session Timeout: If your session has been inactive for a while, it may have timed out, and another user could have made changes in the meantime.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refresh the Data: Try refreshing the screen or reloading the transaction to see the latest data. This may allow you to see the changes made by the other user.
  Check for Changes: If you need to make changes, check the current status of the G/L account to understand what modifications have been made.
  Communicate with the Other User: If possible, communicate with the user who made the changes to coordinate your actions.
  Retry the Operation: After confirming that the other user has completed their changes, you can attempt to access or edit the G/L account again.
  Use Transaction Codes: If you are using a specific transaction code, ensure that you are using the correct one and that you have the necessary authorizations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) to manage G/L accounts.
  User Locking: Understand how SAP handles user locks and how to manage them effectively.
  Authorization Issues: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify G/L accounts.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.