How To Fix HCMFAB_COMMON009 - The current record has been changed or deleted by another application.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HCMFAB_COMMON - Common Messages

• Message number: 009

• Message text: The current record has been changed or deleted by another application.

What causes this issue?

The data record specified by the given key cannot be found. This might
be due to the fact that either in the meantime the record was modified
by another application changing its key or the record was deleted by
another application.
Please restart the app.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HCMFAB_COMMON009 - The current record has been changed or deleted by another application. ?

  The SAP error message HCMFAB_COMMON009 indicates that the record you are trying to access or modify has been changed or deleted by another application or user. This is a common issue in systems where multiple users or processes may be interacting with the same data simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process has modified or deleted the record after you retrieved it but before you attempted to save your changes.
  Session Timeout: Your session may have timed out, and the data you were working with is no longer valid.
  Data Locking: The record may be locked by another transaction or user, preventing you from making changes.
  Background Jobs: A background job may have updated or deleted the record while you were working on it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refresh the Data: Reload the record to get the most current version. This can often be done by navigating away from the record and returning to it.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 (to check for locks) to see if another user has locked the record.
  Retry the Operation: After refreshing, try to perform the operation again.
  Communicate with Users: If you are in a multi-user environment, communicate with other users to understand if they are making changes to the same records.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your application to gracefully manage such conflicts, possibly by prompting the user to refresh or retry.
  Session Management: Ensure that your session is active and not timed out. If it has timed out, log back in and try again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Logs: Review transaction logs to identify what changes were made to the record and by whom.
  User Documentation: Refer to user manuals or documentation for guidance on handling concurrent access issues.
  System Configuration: Ensure that your system is configured correctly for handling concurrent transactions, including appropriate locking mechanisms.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation.