How To Fix SA704 - Entry was already edited; select the end of the block again

SA704 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SA -

• Message number: 704

• Message text: Entry was already edited; select the end of the block again

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SA704 - Entry was already edited; select the end of the block again ?

  The SAP error message SA704 ("Entry was already edited; select the end of the block again") typically occurs in the context of data entry or editing in SAP, particularly when working with lists or tables where multiple entries can be edited at once. This error indicates that the system has detected that an entry you are trying to edit has already been modified, and it requires you to reselect the end of the block of entries you are working with.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Editing: The entry you are trying to edit may have been modified by another user or process.
  Session Timeout: If your session has timed out or if there was a disruption in your connection, the system may not recognize the current state of the data.
  Incorrect Selection: You may not have properly selected the range of entries you want to edit, leading to confusion in the system about which entries are being