How To Fix FL230 - & is being edited by user &

FL230 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FL - Function Builder messages

• Message number: 230

• Message text: & is being edited by user &

What causes this issue?

You attempted to edit a function module already being edited by
another user. Since the function module is locked against simultaneous
editing by several users, you can only display the object.

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?

Wait until the other user has finished and the function module has been
unlocked.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FL230 - & is being edited by user & ?

  The SAP error message FL230 typically indicates that a document or record is currently being edited by another user. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in financial or logistics transactions, where multiple users may attempt to access or modify the same data simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user has opened the document for editing, and SAP locks the record to prevent data inconsistencies.
  Session Timeout: A previous session may not have been properly closed, leaving the document in a locked state.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in SAP may lead to more frequent locking of records.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the document is being edited by another user, the simplest solution is to wait until they finish and release the lock.
  Check User Lock: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the document. You can see which user is holding the lock and, if necessary, contact them to coordinate access.
  Release Lock: If you