How To Fix GZ665 - Validation groups are being processed by another user

GZ665 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 665

• Message text: Validation groups are being processed by another user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GZ665 - Validation groups are being processed by another user ?

  The SAP error message GZ665, which states "Validation groups are being processed by another user," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when multiple users attempt to access or modify the same validation group simultaneously. This can happen in various modules, particularly in the context of financial or controlling processes where validations are applied to ensure data integrity.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: The primary cause of this error is that another user is currently processing the same validation group. SAP locks the validation group to prevent data inconsistencies that could arise from simultaneous modifications.
  Long Processing Time: If a user is taking a long time to process a validation group, it can lead to this error for other users trying to access it.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, a user may have an open session that is still holding a lock on the validation group, even if they are not actively working on it.
  
  
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