How To Fix /PM0/ABJ_MSG212 - Contract &1/&2 is already being edited by &4 in business process &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABJ_MSG -

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Contract &1/&2 is already being edited by &4 in business process &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABJ_MSG212 - Contract &1/&2 is already being edited by &4 in business process &3 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABJ_MSG212 indicates that a contract (identified by the placeholders &1 and &2) is currently being edited by another user (identified by &4) in a specific business process (identified by &3). This error typically occurs in scenarios where multiple users are trying to access or modify the same contract simultaneously, leading to a lock situation.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user has opened the contract for editing, which locks the record to prevent data inconsistencies.
  Session Timeout: A previous session may not have released the lock due to a timeout or an unexpected termination.
  Long-running Transactions: If a user is taking a long time to complete their changes, it can prevent others from accessing the contract.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the other user to finish their edits and then try again.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can see which user is holding the lock and the details of the locked object.
  Contact the User: If possible, communicate with the user who is editing the contract to understand when they will finish.
  Release Locks: If you have the necessary authorizations and it is appropriate to do so, you can manually release the lock in SM12. However, this should be done with caution to avoid data loss or corruption.
  Review Business Process: If this is a frequent issue, consider reviewing the business process to see if it can be optimized to reduce the chances of concurrent editing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  SU01: To check user details and their current sessions.
  
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly close sessions and save their work to minimize lock situations.
  
  
  System Configuration: Review system settings related to locking mechanisms and session management to ensure they are configured optimally for your business processes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and minimize its occurrence in the future.