How To Fix PE580 - &1 &2 currently being edited by user &3

PE580 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 580

• Message text: &1 &2 currently being edited by user &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PE580 - &1 &2 currently being edited by user &3 ?

  The SAP error message PE580 typically indicates that a particular object (such as a program, report, or other development object) is currently being edited by another user. This is a common issue in environments where multiple users may be working on the same objects simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  The error message PE580 occurs when:
  
  A user attempts to edit an object that is already locked by another user. 
  The object is in a state that prevents concurrent editing, which is a standard practice to avoid conflicts and ensure data integrity.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Lock Status:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check the lock entries. You can see which user has locked the object and the details of the lock.
  
  
  
  Contact the User:
  
  If you identify the user who has locked the object, you can reach out to them to see if they can release the lock or if they are done editing.
  
  
  
  Wait