How To Fix OIO279 - Returns document &1 is being edited by user &2

OIO279 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIO - Remote Logistics

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Returns document &1 is being edited by user &2

What causes this issue?

You are trying to change the hold status of an object such as a PM
Order Component or a Requisition Item. The object is linked to a
returns document that would be affected by this change but it is being
edited by another user.

System Response

You cannot change the hold status of this object until the
corresponding returns document is available.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIO279 - Returns document &1 is being edited by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message OIO279 indicates that a returns document (identified by the document number &1) is currently being edited by another user (identified by user &2). This typically occurs in scenarios where multiple users are trying to access or modify the same document simultaneously, leading to a lock on the document to prevent data inconsistencies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Document Locking: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent multiple users from editing the same document at the same time. If one user is editing the returns document, it will be locked for others.
  Long Processing Time: If the user currently editing the document takes a long time to complete their changes, other users may encounter this error while trying to access the same document.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, a user may have an open session that is not properly closed, leading to a lock on the document.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the