How To Fix GG754 - The specified correction & is already being edited

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 754

• Message text: The specified correction & is already being edited

What causes this issue?

Correction number &V1& is already being edited.

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?

Exit the editing of correction &V1& or enter a new correction number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG754 - The specified correction & is already being edited ?

  The SAP error message GG754, which states "The specified correction & is already being edited," typically occurs in the context of transport requests or change requests in the SAP system. This error indicates that the specified correction (or transport request) is currently being edited by another user or session, preventing you from making changes to it.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Editing: Another user or session is currently editing the same transport request or correction.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent multiple users from making changes to the same object simultaneously. If a request is locked, you will receive this error when trying to edit it.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, a previous session may not have been closed properly, leaving the request in a locked state.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Active Sessions: Verify if another user is currently editing the transport request. You can do this by checking the transport logs or asking your colleagues.
  Wait and Retry: If another user is editing the request, you may need to wait until they finish and release the lock before you can edit it.
  Use Transaction SM12: You can use transaction code SM12 to check for locks in the system. Look for locks related to the transport request in question. If you find a lock that seems to be stale (e.g., from a user who is no longer active), you may consider deleting the lock, but do this with caution and preferably after consulting with your basis team or the user who holds the lock.
  Contact Basis Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP Basis team for assistance. They can help identify the user or session holding the lock and can release it if necessary.
  Check Transport Logs: Review the transport logs for any additional information that might indicate why the request is locked.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding how the TMS works can help you manage transport requests more effectively.
  User Locking: Familiarize yourself with how SAP handles user sessions and locks to avoid similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GG754 error and continue working with your transport requests.