How To Fix E9078 - &1 &2 used by &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E9 - General IS-U Error Messages

• Message number: 078

• Message text: &1 &2 used by &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E9078 - &1 &2 used by &3 ?

  The SAP error message E9078 typically indicates an issue related to the use of a specific object or resource in the SAP system. The message format you provided, "E9078 &1 &2 used by &3," suggests that it is informing you about a conflict or a problem with the usage of an object (like a program, function module, or other resources) in the system.
  Cause:
  The error message E9078 can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Object Locking: The object you are trying to access or modify is currently locked by another user or process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the object.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the system that is causing the object to be unavailable.
  Dependency Conflicts: The object may be dependent on another object that is currently in use or locked.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the E9078 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Object Lock: Use transaction code SM12 to check if the object is locked by another user. If it is, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has locked it.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access or modify the object. You can check this using transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the object in question. Ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Consult Logs: Check the system logs (transaction code SLG1) for any additional information that might help diagnose the issue.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SM12 (for checking locks), SU53 (for authorization checks), SLG1 (for logs).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module or object you are working with for any additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If you have specific details about the context in which this error occurs, it may help in providing a more tailored solution.