How To Fix /SAPAPO/DC_MSG231 - Condition &1 presently being edited by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DC_MSG -

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Condition &1 presently being edited by user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DC_MSG231 - Condition &1 presently being edited by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DC_MSG231 indicates that a condition (such as a planning object or data) is currently being edited by another user. This is a common issue in collaborative environments where multiple users may attempt to access and modify the same data simultaneously.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A user tries to edit a condition (like a planning object) that is already locked by another user.
  The system enforces data integrity by preventing simultaneous edits to avoid conflicts and inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the User: Check who is currently editing the condition. The error message provides the user ID of the person who has locked the condition.
  
  
  Wait for Release: If the other user is actively working on the condition, 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 condition, you can reach out to them to see if they can save their work and release the lock.
  
  
  Check for Stale Locks: Sometimes, locks may not be released properly due to a session timeout or other issues. In such cases, you may need to:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for and delete stale locks if you have the necessary authorizations.
  Ensure that the user who has the lock is not logged in anymore or has not left their session open.
  
  
  
  System Administration: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the user or resolve the lock, you may need to involve your SAP Basis team or system administrator to investigate further.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  SU01: To manage user accounts and check user sessions.
  
  
  
  Best Practices: 
  
  Encourage users to log out properly after their work to avoid leaving locks behind.
  Implement a clear communication protocol among users to inform each other when they are working on shared conditions.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on lock management and error handling in SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization).
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the /SAPAPO/DC_MSG231 error effectively.