How To Fix GP117 - Selection program is already being edited by & (please wait)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GP - FI-SL and CO planning

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Selection program is already being edited by & (please wait)

What causes this issue?

A report which selects the data from the data base is selected for
planning. However, the report &V2& cannot be blocked, due to one of
the following:
Another user has called up the planning function at the same time.
The generated report is processed using the ABAP/4 editor, for example,
using transaction SE38.

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?

Press ENTER and try to block the report again.
If the error message still appears, it is probably due to reason number
2.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP117 - Selection program is already being edited by & (please wait) ?

  The SAP error message GP117, which states "Selection program is already being edited by & (please wait)," typically occurs when a user attempts to edit a selection program that is currently being edited by another user. This is a common issue in environments where multiple users may be working on the same program or report simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Editing: Another user has opened the selection program for editing, and SAP does not allow multiple users to edit the same program at the same time to prevent conflicts and data loss.
  Session Timeout: Sometimes, if a user has left a session open for an extended period, it may still be locked, causing this error for others trying to access it.
  System Lock: The program may be locked due to a system error or a previous session that did not close properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the other user to finish editing the program. You can check with your colleagues to see if they are currently working on it.
  Check Lock Entries: If you have access, you can check the lock entries in the system using transaction code SM12. This will show you which user is currently editing the program. If the session is stale or no longer active, you may be able to delete the lock entry.
  Contact the User: If you identify the user who is editing the program, you can reach out to them to coordinate your work.
  Log Off and Log Back In: If you suspect that your session is causing the lock, logging off and back into the system may help.
  System Administrator: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance. They may need to investigate further or clear any locks that are not releasing properly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM12 (to view and manage lock entries) and SM21 (to check system logs for errors).
  User Communication: Establish a protocol for communicating when multiple users are working on the same selection program to avoid conflicts.
  Documentation: Ensure that there is proper documentation for the selection programs being used, so users are aware of who is working on what.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GP117 error and continue your work in SAP.