How To Fix /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES245 - Open application &1 exists; you cannot create a new application

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 245

• Message text: Open application &1 exists; you cannot create a new application

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES245 - Open application &1 exists; you cannot create a new application ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES245 indicates that there is an open application that is preventing the creation of a new application. This typically occurs in scenarios where the system is designed to allow only one active application at a time for a specific process or user.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Open Application: The primary cause of this error is that there is already an open application (e.g., a work order, request, or any other type of application) that is currently being processed or has not been closed properly.
  Session Management: The system may have session management rules that restrict the creation of new applications until the current one is either completed or closed.
  User Locking: The user may have a lock on the application that prevents the creation of a new one.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Open Applications: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or application area in SAP and check for any open applications. 
  If you find an open application that is no longer needed, you can either complete it or close it.
  
  
  
  Close the Application: 
  
  If you have access, close the open application properly. This may involve saving changes, completing tasks, or formally closing the application.
  
  
  
  Log Out and Log Back In: 
  
  Sometimes, simply logging out of the SAP system and logging back in can resolve session-related issues.
  
  
  
  Check User Locks: 
  
  If you suspect that a user lock is causing the issue, you may need to check with your SAP administrator to see if there are any locks on the user or application that need to be released.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review any relevant documentation or user manuals for the specific application you are working with to understand its behavior regarding open applications.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the open application, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the application, you may use specific transaction codes to view or manage open applications (e.g., IW38 for work orders).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to create new applications and manage existing ones.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with creating a new application in SAP.