How To Fix CMP_NEW003 - Document &1 already being edited

CMP_NEW003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMP_NEW - Billing: Complaint Management

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Document &1 already being edited

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMP_NEW003 - Document &1 already being edited ?

  The SAP error message CMP_NEW003, which states "Document &1 already being edited," typically occurs when a user attempts to edit a document that is currently being edited by another user or is locked for editing due to some other reason. This can happen in various SAP modules, such as SAP Document Management System (DMS) or other applications where document handling is involved.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Editing: Another user is currently editing the same document.
  Session Lock: The document may be locked due to a previous session that did not close properly.
  System Error: A temporary system issue or glitch may cause the document to appear as locked.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to edit the document, leading to a lock.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify if another user is currently editing the document. You can do this by checking the document's status in the system.
  Wait and Retry: If another user is editing the