How To Fix GR685 - Report & of library & is already being edited

GR685 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GR - Report Writer

• Message number: 685

• Message text: Report & of library & is already being edited

What causes this issue?

This report group contains a report that is currently being processed
by another user or by you yourself.

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?

Check who is processing the report and wait until processing is
finished.
Using the transaction <DS:TRAN.SM12> 'Process lock entry' </> you can
find out who is processing the report, and delete the respective lock
entry. However, you should only do this in an emergency.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GR685 - Report & of library & is already being edited ?

  The SAP error message GR685 indicates that a report or library is currently being edited by another user or process. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when multiple users attempt to edit the same report or when a report is locked due to an ongoing process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Editing: Another user is currently editing the same report or library.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If a report is being edited, it will be locked for other users.
  Unfinished Processes: A previous editing session may not have been properly closed, leaving the report in a locked state.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Other Users: Verify if another user is currently editing the report. You can do this by checking the user sessions or asking your colleagues.
  Wait and Retry: If another user is editing the report, you may need to wait until they finish and release the lock.
  Release Locks: If you suspect