How To Fix EA151 - Open IDoc '&' again in EDIT mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Open IDoc '&' again in EDIT mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA151 - Open IDoc '&' again in EDIT mode ?

  The SAP error message EA151 "Open IDoc '&' again in EDIT mode" typically occurs when you attempt to edit an IDoc (Intermediate Document) that is already open in another session or by another user. This is a common issue in SAP systems when multiple users or sessions try to access the same IDoc for editing.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: The IDoc is already being edited in another session or by another user.
  Session Management: The IDoc might not have been properly closed in a previous session, leaving it in an open state.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies, and if an IDoc is locked, it cannot be edited until it is released.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Open Sessions: Verify if the IDoc is open in another session. You can do this by checking the transaction WE02 or WE05 to see the status of the IDoc and who is currently editing it.
  Close Other Sessions: If you find that the IDoc is open in another session, you can either wait for that session to close or ask the user to close it.
  Release Locks: If you suspect that a session has crashed or is no longer active, you may need to release the lock manually. This can be done using transaction SM12 to find and delete the lock entries related to the IDoc.
  Use Display Mode: If you only need to view the IDoc, consider using the display mode instead of edit mode to avoid this error.
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may also hold locks on IDocs. Check if any background jobs are running that might be accessing the IDoc.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Status Codes: Familiarize yourself with IDoc status codes to understand the current state of the IDoc (e.g., 30 for "Data passed to port", 51 for "Application document not posted").
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to IDocs include:
  
  WE02 - Display IDoc
  WE05 - IDoc List
  WE19 - Test tool for IDocs
  SM12 - Display and delete lock entries
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to IDoc handling and locking mechanisms.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EA151 error and successfully edit the IDoc.