How To Fix FMFG069 - Accounting document &1 is currently being edited by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMFG - U.S. Federal Government Message Class

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Accounting document &1 is currently being edited by user &2

What causes this issue?

A lock requested by calling an ENQUEUE function module cannot be set up
because another SAP transaction is using the lock in question.

System Response

The ENQUEUE function module triggers an appropriate exception. If this
exception was not intercepted by the application program, this leads
automatically to the active SAP transaction being cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Look in the lock table to establish which user or transaction is using
the requested lock (Tools -> Administration -> Monitor -> Lock entries).
You may need to contact the user in question.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMFG069 - Accounting document &1 is currently being edited by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message FMFG069 indicates that an accounting document is currently being edited by another user. This typically occurs in scenarios where multiple users are trying to access or modify the same document simultaneously, leading to a lock situation to prevent data inconsistencies.
  Cause:
  
  Document Locking: When a user opens an accounting document for editing, SAP locks that document to prevent other users from making changes until the first user has finished.
  Long Processing Time: If the first user takes a long time to complete their changes, other users will encounter this error when they try to access the same document.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, a user may have an open session that is not properly closed, causing the document to remain locked.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the user who is currently editing the document to finish and release the lock. You can periodically check if the document is available.
  Identify the User: If you have the necessary permissions, you can use transaction code SM12 to view the list of locked entries. This will show you which user is currently editing the document.
  Contact the User: If possible, reach out to the user who is editing the document to see if they can complete their changes or release the lock.
  Force Unlock (with caution): If the document is locked due to a session that is no longer active or if the user is unavailable, an administrator can use transaction code SM12 to delete the lock entry. This should be done with caution, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the original user is still working on the document.
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may also hold locks on documents. Check if any background processes are running that might be causing the lock.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary for the structure of the accounting document.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly close documents and sessions to avoid unnecessary locks.
  System Performance: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth investigating system performance and user load, as high traffic can lead to more frequent locking situations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMFG069 error and understand its implications in your SAP environment.