How To Fix CNV_IUUC_REPL_ADV_SE173 - User & is currently editing options for archiving

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_IUUC_REPL_ADV_SE - MEssage class for package CNV_IUUC_REPL_ADV_SETTINGS

• Message number: 173

• Message text: User & is currently editing options for archiving

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_IUUC_REPL_ADV_SE173 - User & is currently editing options for archiving ?

  The SAP error message CNV_IUUC_REPL_ADV_SE173 indicates that a user is currently editing options for archiving, which prevents other users from making changes to the same settings simultaneously. This is a common issue in systems where multiple users may need to access or modify configuration settings.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A user has opened the archiving options for editing, and the system locks these options to prevent concurrent modifications that could lead to inconsistencies.
  Another user attempts to access or edit the same options while they are still being edited by the first user.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Wait for the User to Finish: If you know who the user is, you can wait until they finish editing the options. Once they save and exit, you should be able to access the options without any issues.
  
  
  Check for Active Sessions: If you are unsure who is editing the options, you can check for active sessions in the system. Use transaction code SM04 to see the list of users currently logged in and their active sessions. You can identify the user who is editing the archiving options.
  
  
  Contact the User: If you find the user who is editing the options, you can contact them to ask if they can finish their work or save their changes.
  
  
  System Administrator Intervention: If the user is unresponsive or if the session appears to be stuck, a system administrator may need to terminate the session. This can be done using transaction code SM12 to release any locks held by the user.
  
  
  Review Lock Entries: You can also check for lock entries using transaction code SM21 (System Log) or SM12 (Lock Entries) to see if there are any lingering locks that need to be addressed.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes such as SM04 (User Overview), SM12 (Lock Entries), and SM21 (System Log) for monitoring user sessions and locks.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to archiving and user management to understand best practices and how to avoid such conflicts in the future.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly access and edit archiving options to minimize the chances of concurrent editing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNV_IUUC_REPL_ADV_SE173 error and continue with your work in SAP.