How To Fix RMSL229 - Change number &1 is already being processed by user &2

RMSL229 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSL - Labeling Application Messages

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Change number &1 is already being processed by user &2

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RMSL229 - Details

• The SAP error message RMSL229 indicates that a change number (a specific identifier used in SAP for tracking changes to materials, production orders, etc.) is currently being processed by another user. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of change management or configuration management.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A user attempts to process a change number that is already locked by another user. This locking mechanism is in place to prevent concurrent modifications that could lead to data inconsistencies.
  The change number is in a status that does not allow multiple users to work on it simultaneously.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the User: Check who is currently processing the change number. You can do this by using transaction codes like SM12 (to view lock entries) or SM21 (to check system logs).
  
  
  Wait for Release: If the change number is being processed by another user, you