How To Fix RMSA_VRS011 - User &1 is editing &2 or an object with the same key root

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSA_VRS - RMS: Versioning

• Message number: 011

• Message text: User &1 is editing &2 or an object with the same key root

What causes this issue?

You want to create an object. You cannot do so, however, since user &V1&
is currently editing an object with the same key or with the same key
root. Objects with the same key root are usually recipes in the same
version chain.
INCLUDE RMS_VRS_REGULAR_KEY OBJECT DOKU ID TX
INCLUDE RMS_VRS_REGULAR_KEY_2 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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?

Choose a different key.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSA_VRS011 - User &1 is editing &2 or an object with the same key root ?

  The SAP error message RMSA_VRS011 indicates that a user is trying to edit an object that is currently being edited by another user. This is a common issue in systems where multiple users may attempt to access or modify the same data simultaneously.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  User &1 is already editing the object &2 or another object that shares the same key root.
  The system has a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies, which means that only one user can edit a specific object at a time.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Locking: Identify the user who is currently editing the object. You can do this by checking the transaction logs or using transaction codes like SM12 (to view lock entries) or SM21 (to view system logs).
  
  
  Wait for Release: If the other user is actively working on the object, you may need to wait until they finish their work and release the lock.
  
  
  Contact the User: If you know the user who is editing the object, you can reach out to them to see if they can save their changes and release the lock.
  
  
  Force Unlock (if necessary): If the user is no longer active or has left the session open, and you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually delete the lock entry using transaction SM12. However, this should be done with caution, as it may lead to data inconsistencies.
  
  
  Review System Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the system configuration and user access patterns to ensure that the locking mechanism is functioning as intended.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To view system logs for troubleshooting.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary for the object in question.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on locking mechanisms and best practices for concurrent user access.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly save and exit transactions to minimize locking issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RMSA_VRS011 error and understand the underlying cause of the locking issue.