How To Fix CVEXT006 - Source document was modified; call transaction again

CVEXT006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVEXT - Messages for Package CVEXT

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Source document was modified; call transaction again

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVEXT006 - Source document was modified; call transaction again ?

  The SAP error message CVEXT006 indicates that the source document you are trying to process has been modified since it was last read. This typically occurs in scenarios where a document is being edited or updated by another user or process while you are attempting to access it. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Modifications: Another user or process has changed the source document after you retrieved it but before you attempted to save or process it.
  Session Timeout: If your session has been idle for too long, the data may have changed in the background.
  Data Locking: The document may be locked for editing by another user, leading to inconsistencies when you try to access it.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Refresh the Document: Close the current transaction and reopen the document to get the latest version. This ensures you are working with the most current data.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes