How To Fix DPR_BAPI143 - Folder &1 is already being edited by &2: action is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_BAPI - Messages for BAPIs in Project Management

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Folder &1 is already being edited by &2: action is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_BAPI143 - Folder &1 is already being edited by &2: action is not possible ?

  The SAP error message DPR_BAPI143 indicates that a specific folder (identified by &1) is currently being edited by another user (identified by &2). This situation typically arises in the context of SAP Project Management or SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) when multiple users attempt to access or modify the same folder simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: The primary cause of this error is that another user has locked the folder for editing. SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies that can occur when multiple users try to edit the same object at the same time.
  Session Timeout: Sometimes, if a user has an active session that times out, the lock may not be released properly, leading to this error.
  System Issues: Occasionally, system glitches or bugs can cause locks to persist longer than necessary.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait until the other user has finished editing the folder. You can periodically check if the lock has been released.
  Contact the User: If you know who the user is (as indicated by &2), you can reach out to them to see if they can finish their work or release the lock.
  Check Lock Entries: You can use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. If you have the necessary authorizations, you can identify the lock and potentially delete it if it is no longer valid (e.g., if the user has logged off unexpectedly).
  System Administrator Intervention: If the lock persists and you cannot resolve it, you may need to contact your SAP system administrator. They can investigate further and may need to release the lock manually.
  Review User Permissions: Ensure that users have the appropriate permissions and that there are no conflicts in user roles that could lead to unexpected locking behavior.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  SU01: To manage user accounts and permissions.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to project management and locking mechanisms to understand how locks are managed within the system.
  Best Practices: Encourage users to save their work frequently and log off properly to avoid leaving locks in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and understand the underlying issues related to folder access in SAP.