How To Fix F4301 - Table & is blocked by another user

F4301 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F4 - Line items/balances/configuration

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Table & is blocked by another user

What causes this issue?

Table &V1&, which you have requested for editing, is blocked by another
user.

System Response

At the moment, the table is blocked for further editing.

How to fix this error?

Using transaction SM12, you can see who is currently editing the table
and contact him/her.
Enter 'RSTABLE' in the table name field, the table name &V1& followed
by a '*' in the block argument field, and remove the name in the user
name field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4301 - Table & is blocked by another user ?

  The SAP error message "F4301 Table & is blocked by another user" typically indicates that a specific table (in this case, F4301) is currently locked by another user or session. This can happen during various operations, such as data entry, updates, or report generation, when multiple users attempt to access or modify the same data simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or session is currently accessing or modifying the F4301 table, leading to a lock.
  Long-running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold a lock on the table longer than expected.
  Uncommitted Transactions: If a user has made changes to the table but has not yet committed those changes, the table remains locked.
  System Errors: Occasionally, system errors or crashes can leave locks in place that need to be cleared.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for a few moments and then retrying the operation may resolve the