How To Fix I0005 - Entry already in use: Table & &, entry & &

I0005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: I0 - Messages for PM tables

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Entry already in use: Table & &, entry & &

What causes this issue?

The entry that you want to delete is already being used as the entry
&V2& &V3& &V4& in Table &V1&. You cannot delete an entry as long as it
is being used.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-VERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

Make sure that the entry is no longer in use and then repeat the
deletion process.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message I0005 - Entry already in use: Table & &, entry & & ?

  The SAP error message I0005 "Entry already in use: Table & &, entry & &" typically indicates that there is an attempt to modify or delete a record in a database table that is currently being used or locked by another process. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during data updates, deletions, or when trying to create a new entry that conflicts with an existing one.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrency Issues: Another user or process is currently accessing or modifying the same record.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If a record is locked by another transaction, you will receive this error when trying to access it.
  Data Integrity Constraints: The entry you are trying to create or modify may violate data integrity constraints, such as unique keys or foreign key relationships.
  Background Jobs: A background job may be processing the same data, causing a temporary lock.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use