How To Fix FDC_POSTING_001142 - Document changed in workflow in the meantime. Changes not saved.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDC_POSTING_001 - FI Postings

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Document changed in workflow in the meantime. Changes not saved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDC_POSTING_001142 - Document changed in workflow in the meantime. Changes not saved. ?

  The SAP error message FDC_POSTING_001142 indicates that a document you are trying to post has been modified in a workflow while you were working on it. This typically occurs in scenarios where multiple users or processes are interacting with the same document, leading to conflicts in data consistency.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process has made changes to the document after you retrieved it for editing but before you attempted to save your changes.
  Workflow Processing: The document is part of a workflow that has been triggered, and changes made in the workflow have not been synchronized with your session.
  Session Timeout: If your session has been idle for a while, the document may have been updated by another user or process during that time.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refresh the Document: Before making any changes, refresh the document to ensure you have the latest version. You can do this by navigating away from the document and then back to it, or by using the refresh button in the SAP GUI.
  Check Workflow Status: If the document is part of a workflow, check the workflow status to see if it has been updated or approved by another user. You may need to wait for the workflow to complete before making changes.
  Reapply Changes: If you need to make changes, you may have to reapply your changes after refreshing the document to ensure you are working with the most current data.
  Communicate with Users: If you are in a collaborative environment, communicate with other users who may be working on the same document to avoid conflicts.
  Error Handling: If the error persists, consider logging the issue with your SAP support team or checking SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error. SAP frequently releases updates that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to workflows and document handling to understand how to manage concurrent access and changes effectively.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to handle documents in workflows to minimize conflicts and errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue working with the document in SAP.