How To Fix OIJ_3WP162 - Not possible to update item &1 &2. It has been deleted by another user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIJ_3WP - Three way pegging message class, component of TSW

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Not possible to update item &1 &2. It has been deleted by another user

What causes this issue?

You are trying to update Sched &1 item &2. This entry has
already been deleted by another user. Hence you changes will not be
saved.

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?

Please get in touch with the user who has deleted the record.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIJ_3WP162 - Not possible to update item &1 &2. It has been deleted by another user ?

  The SAP error message OIJ_3WP162 indicates that an attempt was made to update an item that has already been deleted by another user. This typically occurs in environments where multiple users are working on the same data simultaneously, leading to conflicts when one user deletes an item while another user tries to update it.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent User Activity: Another user has deleted the item (identified by &1 and &2) before your transaction could be completed.
  Data Locking: The item may have been locked for deletion, and your update attempt conflicts with this action.
  Session Timeout: If your session has been inactive for a while, it may not reflect the most current state of the data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refresh the Data: Refresh your session or re-fetch the data to ensure you are working with the most current version. This can often resolve issues caused by stale data.
  Check for Deletion: Verify if the item has indeed been deleted by checking the relevant database tables or transaction logs.
  Retry the Operation: After confirming the item is deleted, you may need to adjust your process to handle the absence of the item, or if necessary, create a new item.
  Communicate with Users: If you are in a multi-user environment, communicate with other users to understand if they are performing actions that might affect the item you are trying to update.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your application logic to gracefully manage such conflicts, possibly by notifying users or logging the error for further analysis.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may want to check transaction codes related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., OIJ for Oil and Gas).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Documentation: Review user documentation or training materials for best practices in handling concurrent updates and deletions in SAP.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and understand the underlying issues that caused it.