How To Fix IR005 - Measuring points not ready for entry are being edited elsewhere

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IR - PM: IMRC - Measurement Readings and Counters

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Measuring points not ready for entry are being edited elsewhere

What causes this issue?

You are trying to edit a technical object's
<GL:measuring_point>measuring points</>.

System Response

The system has determined that one or more of the measuring points are
being edited elsewhere. They will therefore only be displayed.

How to fix this error?

Edit the measuring points that can currently only be displayed at
a later time.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IR005 - Measuring points not ready for entry are being edited elsewhere ?

  The SAP error message IR005 ("Measuring points not ready for entry are being edited elsewhere") typically occurs when you attempt to enter or edit measuring point data in SAP, but the system indicates that the measuring points you are trying to access are currently being edited by another user or process. This can happen in various modules, particularly in Plant Maintenance (PM) or other areas where measuring points are utilized.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing the same measuring point or measurement document.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If a measuring point is locked by another session, you will not be able to edit it.
  Background Jobs: A background job may be processing data related to the measuring point, causing it to be locked temporarily.
  Transaction Errors: If a previous transaction did not complete successfully, it might leave the measuring point in a locked state.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait and Retry: If another user is editing the measuring point, wait for them to finish and then try again.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can see which user is holding the lock and, if appropriate, you may choose to delete the lock (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  Identify Background Jobs: Use transaction code SM37 to check for any background jobs that might be processing the measuring point. If you find a job that is causing the lock, you may need to wait for it to complete or consult with your system administrator.
  Log Off and Log Back In: Sometimes, simply logging off and back into the system can clear temporary locks.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to contact your SAP support team or system administrator for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (to view and manage lock entries) and SM37 (to monitor background jobs).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage locks.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to measuring points and the specific module you are working in for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IR005 error and successfully edit the measuring points in SAP.