How To Fix EDCMP506 - Switching to mode 'Change Enhancement' is not possible

EDCMP506 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDCMP - ABAP Workbench: Splitscreen editor

• Message number: 506

• Message text: Switching to mode 'Change Enhancement' is not possible

What causes this issue?

Switching to the mode 'Change Enhancements' is not possible on this side
because the other side is already in change mode.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

First close your work on the other side and switch to display mode
there.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

EDCMP506 - Details

• The SAP error message EDCMP506 indicates that the system is unable to switch to "Change Enhancement" mode for a specific enhancement or modification. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Active Objects: The enhancement or modification you are trying to change may have active objects that are currently in use or locked.
  Transport Requests: There may be transport requests that are not released or are in a state that prevents changes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to switch modes or make changes to the enhancement.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in a way that restricts changes to certain enhancements or modifications.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on other enhancements or modifications that prevent switching modes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Active Objects: Ensure that there are no active objects related to the enhancement. You can check the status of the objects in the Object