How To Fix LM142 - You are already editing reservation &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LM - Treasury: Limit Management

• Message number: 142

• Message text: You are already editing reservation &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LM142 - You are already editing reservation & ?

  The SAP error message LM142 ("You are already editing reservation &") typically occurs when a user attempts to edit a reservation that is already being edited by another session or user. This can happen in scenarios where multiple users are trying to access the same reservation simultaneously, or if a session was left open and is still holding the lock on the reservation.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Editing: Another user or session is currently editing the same reservation.
  Session Lock: The reservation is locked due to a previous session that has not been closed properly.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may lead to locking issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Sessions: Verify if another user is currently editing the reservation. If so, wait for them to finish or coordinate with them to complete the editing.
  Log Out and Log Back In: If you suspect that your session is holding the lock, log out of SAP and log back in to release any locks.
  Use Transaction SM12: You can check for locks in the system using transaction code SM12. Look for locks related to the reservation number and see if you can delete the lock if it is no longer valid.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, it may be necessary to contact your SAP support team for further assistance. They can help investigate the issue and provide a resolution.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related errors.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary for the reservation table.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly close sessions and avoid leaving reservations open unnecessarily.
  System Configuration: Review system settings related to locking mechanisms to ensure they are configured correctly to minimize conflicts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LM142 error and continue working with reservations in SAP.