How To Fix CM_SUB_DATA005 - Specification data is being processed by another user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB_DATA - Substance Data (Header, ID, Reference, Materials)

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Specification data is being processed by another user

What causes this issue?

The specification data is being processed by another user.

System Response

The data is displayed. You cannot change the data at the moment.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB_DATA005 - Specification data is being processed by another user ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_DATA005 indicates that the specification data you are trying to access or modify is currently being processed by another user. This is a common issue in systems where multiple users may be working on the same data simultaneously, leading to potential conflicts.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user has locked the specification data for editing, which prevents you from making changes until they are finished.
  Long Processing Time: The other user may be taking a long time to process the data, causing a delay in your ability to access it.
  System Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to ensure data integrity. If a user is editing a specification, the system locks that data for others.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for a few moments and then try to access the data again. If the other user finishes their task, the lock will be released.
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