How To Fix GZ018 - Line layout (standard reports) is being processed by another user

GZ018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GZ - Message class for FI-LC

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Line layout (standard reports) is being processed by another user

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Please try again later.

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GZ018 - Details

• The SAP error message GZ018, which states "Line layout (standard reports) is being processed by another user," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or modify a line layout that is currently in use by another user. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in reporting or data entry scenarios where line layouts are utilized.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing or using the same line layout, which prevents other users from accessing it simultaneously.
  Session Lock: The line layout may be locked due to an active session that has not been properly closed or released.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the SAP system that restrict access to line layouts.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the line layout is being used by another user, the simplest solution is to wait until that user has finished their work and then try again.
  Check Active Sessions: If you have access,