How To Fix S3102 - Program & is already being edited by &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S3 - Transaction for processing logical databases

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Program & is already being edited by &

What causes this issue?

The program you specified is already being edited by another user.
Therefore, you can access it only in display mode.

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?

Check that you are not already editing the program in another mode and,
if necessary, switch to that mode.
If another user is accessing the program, wait until he/she has
finished. Usually, the lock is set only for a short time.
If you cannot wait, contact the user whose name is displayed in this
message.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S3102 - Program & is already being edited by & ?

  The SAP error message S3102 indicates that a program is currently being edited by another user. This typically occurs when multiple users attempt to edit the same ABAP program or object simultaneously, which is not allowed in the SAP environment to prevent conflicts and data corruption.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Editing: Another user has the program open in the ABAP Workbench (SE80, SE38, etc.) for editing.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent simultaneous edits. When a user opens a program for editing, a lock is placed on that program.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, a previous session may not have released the lock properly, causing the program to appear as still being edited.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for Release: If another user is editing the program, you may need to wait until they finish and release the lock.
  Check Lock Entries: You can check the lock entries using transaction code SM12. This will show you which user has locked the program. If you have the necessary authorizations, you can delete the lock entry, but this should be done with caution and preferably after consulting with the user who is editing the program.
  Contact the User: If you identify the user who is editing the program, you can reach out to them to coordinate editing efforts.
  Restart Session: If you suspect that the lock is due to a session issue, try logging out and logging back into the SAP system.
  Use Transport Organizer: If you are working with transport requests, ensure that the program is not locked in the transport organizer.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE38: ABAP Editor
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  Lock Management: Understanding how SAP handles locks can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  User Communication: Establishing a protocol for editing shared programs can help minimize conflicts.
  
  Always ensure that you have the necessary permissions and follow your organization's policies when dealing with locks and editing programs in SAP.