How To Fix RMSA_VRS010 - Editing is not possible; user & is editing object in chain

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSA_VRS - RMS: Versioning

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Editing is not possible; user & is editing object in chain

What causes this issue?

You want to edit a version of an object, such as a recipe, that is part
of a version chain. Another user is currently editing a version in the
version chain. You cannot therefore edit any version in the version
chain of the object at the present time.

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?

Wait until the other user has finished editing the object.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSA_VRS010 - Editing is not possible; user & is editing object in chain ?

  The SAP error message RMSA_VRS010, which states "Editing is not possible; user & is editing object in chain," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Retail Management System (RMS) or similar modules where multiple users may be trying to access or edit the same object or data simultaneously.
  Cause:
  This error is triggered when a user attempts to edit an object (such as a retail chain, article, or other data) that is currently being edited by another user. The system locks the object to prevent conflicts and ensure data integrity. The user indicated in the error message is currently holding the lock on the object, which prevents others from making changes until the lock is released.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the User: Check who is currently editing the object. The error message will typically display the user ID of the person who has the lock.
  
  
  Wait for Release: If the user is actively working on the object, the simplest solution is to wait until they finish their edits and save or cancel their changes, which will release the lock.
  
  
  Contact the User: If the user is not actively working on the object or if they are unavailable, you may want to contact them to ask if they can finish their work or release the lock.
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs or processes may hold locks on objects. Check if there are any background jobs running that might be causing the lock.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SM12 (to view and manage locks) to see the list of locks and potentially release them if necessary. However, be cautious when releasing locks, as this can lead to data inconsistencies if the user is still working on the object.
  
  
  System Administrator: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to involve a system administrator or SAP support to investigate further and potentially release the lock if it is no longer valid.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Lock Management: Understanding how SAP handles locks and transactions can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future. Locks are typically managed at the database level to ensure data consistency.
  User Training: Educating users about the importance of saving or canceling their edits can help minimize the occurrence of such locks.
  System Configuration: In some cases, system configuration settings related to locking behavior may need to be reviewed or adjusted by an SAP Basis administrator.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the RMSA_VRS010 error and continue your work in SAP.