How To Fix PG103 - Record changed

PG103 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PG - Error Messages for Master Data Programs

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Record changed

What causes this issue?

The record has been successfully changed.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PG103 - Record changed ?

  The SAP error message PG103, which states "Record changed," typically occurs in the context of data entry or updates in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with master data or transactional data. This error indicates that the record you are trying to modify has been changed by another user or process since you last retrieved it. This is a common issue in multi-user environments where concurrent access to data is possible.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Updates: Another user or process has modified the record after you retrieved it for editing but before you attempted to save your changes.
  Session Timeout: If your session has been inactive for a while, the data may have been updated by another user when you try to save.
  Data Locking: The record may be locked by another transaction or user, preventing you from making changes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Refresh the Data: Before making changes, refresh the data to ensure you have the latest version. You can