How To Fix RMSA_VRS062 - Change is not possible; object type &1 is already being used

RMSA_VRS062 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSA_VRS - RMS: Versioning

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Change is not possible; object type &1 is already being used

What causes this issue?

Objects of the subobject type &V1& have already been created. This
means that you cannot change the settings for this subobject type.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSA_VRS062 - Change is not possible; object type &1 is already being used ?

  The SAP error message RMSA_VRS062, which states "Change is not possible; object type &1 is already being used," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Resource Management or similar modules where certain objects (like resources, materials, or other entities) are locked or in use by another process or transaction. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Object Locking: The object you are trying to change is currently locked by another user or process. This can happen if another transaction is being processed that involves the same object.
  Active Processes: There may be active processes or transactions that are utilizing the object, preventing any changes until those processes are completed or released.
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, configuration settings or user authorizations may lead to this error if they are not set up correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the object. You can see which user