How To Fix GHO_PE_UI003 - User &1 is editing &2

GHO_PE_UI003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_PE_UI - Oil and Gas Entity: Message Class for UI

• Message number: 003

• Message text: User &1 is editing &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_PE_UI003 - User &1 is editing &2 ?

  The SAP error message GHO_PE_UI003, which states "User &1 is editing &2," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or edit a document or object that is currently being edited by another user. This is a common concurrency control mechanism in SAP to prevent data inconsistencies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Editing: Another user is currently editing the same object (e.g., a document, record, or transaction).
  Session Lock: The system has locked the object for editing, and the lock has not yet been released.
  Long-running Transactions: The user who is editing the object may have a long-running transaction, causing the lock to persist longer than expected.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the other user is expected to finish soon, you can wait for them to complete their editing and then try again.
  Check User Status: If you have the necessary permissions, you can check which user is currently editing the object. This can often be done through transaction codes