How To Fix GEF_CORE_MSG058 - Only one Business Layer can be edited.

GEF_CORE_MSG058 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GEF_CORE_MSG - Message class for GEF core

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Only one Business Layer can be edited.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GEF_CORE_MSG058 - Only one Business Layer can be edited. ?

  The SAP error message GEF_CORE_MSG058 indicates that you are trying to edit more than one Business Layer in the SAP system, which is not allowed. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or SAP Analytics Cloud when working with data models or business layers.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system restricts users to editing only one Business Layer at a time. This is a design choice to prevent conflicts and ensure data integrity during the editing process. If you attempt to open or edit multiple Business Layers simultaneously, the system will trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Close Other Business Layers: Ensure that you have closed any other Business Layers that you may have open. You can only have one Business Layer in edit mode at a time.
  
  
  Check for Open Sessions: If you are using a shared environment, check if other users