How To Fix GOAL_SLS103 - The sales document was updated by &1. Your action could not be executed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GOAL_SLS - GOAL: Messages

• Message number: 103

• Message text: The sales document was updated by &1. Your action could not be executed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GOAL_SLS103 - The sales document was updated by &1. Your action could not be executed. ?

  The SAP error message GOAL_SLS103 indicates that the sales document you are trying to work with has been updated by another user or process, and as a result, your action cannot be executed. This is a common issue in systems where multiple users may be accessing and modifying the same data simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Updates: Another user or background process has made changes to the sales document after you retrieved it, leading to a conflict.
  Lock Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If a document is locked by another user, you will not be able to make changes until it is released.
  Session Timeout: If your session has been inactive for a while, it may have timed out, and the document may have been updated in the meantime.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refresh the Document: Try refreshing the sales document to get the latest version. This can often resolve the issue if the document has been updated.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the sales document. If you find that another user has locked it, you may need to wait until they release the lock.
  Communicate with Users: If you are in a collaborative environment, communicate with other users to understand if they are making changes to the same document.
  Reopen the Document: Close the current session and reopen the sales document to ensure you are working with the most recent data.
  Error Handling: If the issue persists, consider implementing error handling in your process to manage such conflicts gracefully.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), and VA03 (Display Sales Order) to navigate sales documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to handle concurrent updates and the importance of refreshing data before making changes.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation.