How To Fix COM_PRODUCT_VIEW002 - Views are already being maintained by user &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT_VIEW - Views

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Views are already being maintained by user &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_VIEW002 - Views are already being maintained by user &1 ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_VIEW002 indicates that a user is trying to maintain product views that are already being edited by another user. This typically occurs in the context of product master data maintenance, where multiple users may attempt to edit the same product view simultaneously.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a lock mechanism in SAP that prevents multiple users from editing the same data at the same time. When a user opens a product view for editing, SAP locks that view for that user. If another user tries to access the same view, they will receive this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Active Sessions:
  
  Identify if another user is currently editing the same product view. You can do this by checking the transaction SM12 (Lock Entries) to see if there are any locks on the product view you are trying to edit.
  
  
  
  Wait for Release:
  
  If another user is indeed editing the view, you will need to wait until they finish and release the lock. You can communicate with the user to find out when they expect to complete their changes.
  
  
  
  Force Release (if necessary):
  
  If you determine that the lock is no longer valid (e.g., the user has left the session without properly saving or exiting), you can manually delete the lock entry in SM12. However, this should be done with caution and typically requires appropriate authorizations.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  If you are frequently encountering this issue, consider using transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material) to check the status of the product views and see if they are locked.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to access and edit product views. Sometimes, authorization issues can lead to unexpected behavior.
  
  
  
  Training and Communication:
  
  Educate users on the importance of properly closing sessions and saving changes to avoid unnecessary locks. Encourage communication among team members when working on shared data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  MM02: Change material master data.
  MM03: Display material master data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to product view maintenance and locking mechanisms.
  
  
  
  System Performance:
  
  If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth investigating system performance and user load, as high traffic can lead to more frequent locking scenarios.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COM_PRODUCT_VIEW002 error and maintain product views effectively.