How To Fix LM257 - Limit type &1 is currently being edited by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LM - Treasury: Limit Management

• Message number: 257

• Message text: Limit type &1 is currently being edited by user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LM257 - Limit type &1 is currently being edited by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message LM257 indicates that a limit type (which is typically used in the context of capacity planning, production planning, or similar modules) is currently being edited by another user. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in logistics and production planning.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A user attempts to edit a limit type that is already being modified by another user.
  The system locks the limit type to prevent concurrent modifications, which could lead to data inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Wait for the Other User: If possible, wait until the other user has finished editing the limit type. Once they save their changes and exit, you should be able to access it.
  
  
  Check User Lock: If you have access to transaction codes like SM12 (to check for user locks), you can see if the limit type is locked by another user. If you have the