How To Fix F4325 - Data can only be displayed - blocked by another user ( & )

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 325

• Message text: Data can only be displayed - blocked by another user ( & )

What causes this issue?

The table &V2& you requested for processing is already being processed
by &V1&.

System Response

At the moment, the table is blocked for further editing. It can only be
displayed while the block is active.

How to fix this error?

DEFINE &USER& = &V1&
INCLUDE MESSAGE_ENQUEUE_USER OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4325 - Data can only be displayed - blocked by another user ( & ) ?

  The SAP error message F4325, which states "Data can only be displayed - blocked by another user," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify a financial document or transaction that is currently being edited or locked by another user. This is a common scenario in multi-user environments where concurrent access to data is managed to prevent conflicts and data integrity issues.
  Cause:
  
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to ensure that only one user can edit a document at a time. If another user is currently editing the document, it will be locked for others.
  Long Transactions: If a user has a long-running transaction, it may hold the lock for an extended period, preventing others from accessing the data.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, a user may have an open session that is still holding a lock on the data even after they have navigated away from it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the other user to finish their transaction. Once the lock is released, you should be able to access the data.
  Identify the Lock: If you need to identify which user is holding the lock, you can use transaction codes like SM12 (Display and Delete Locks) to see the list of locks and the users holding them.
  Contact the User: If you identify the user holding the lock, you can contact them to see if they can complete their transaction or release the lock.
  Release the Lock: If necessary, an administrator can release the lock using transaction SM12, but this should be done with caution to avoid data inconsistencies.
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may hold locks. Check if any background processes are running that might be causing the lock.
  Session Management: Ensure that users are properly logging out of sessions and not leaving transactions open unnecessarily.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM12 (to view locks), SM21 (to check system logs), and ST22 (to check dumps) for troubleshooting.
  User Training: Educate users on best practices for managing sessions and transactions to minimize locking issues.
  System Configuration: Review system settings related to locking behavior and transaction management if locking issues are frequent.
  
  If the problem persists or if you encounter frequent locking issues, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator for further investigation and potential adjustments to system settings.