How To Fix /SCWM/HUGENERAL163 - HU &1 was possibly changed by other users

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HUGENERAL -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: HU &1 was possibly changed by other users

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HUGENERAL163 - HU &1 was possibly changed by other users ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HUGENERAL163 indicates that a Handling Unit (HU) was possibly changed by other users while you were trying to perform an operation on it. This is a common issue in systems where multiple users can access and modify the same data concurrently.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: The most common cause of this error is that another user has modified the Handling Unit (HU) you are trying to work with. This could happen if two users are trying to update the same HU at the same time.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If a user has locked the HU for editing, other users will receive this error when they attempt to access it.
  Session Timeout: If your session has timed out or if there was a network issue, the system may not recognize your current state, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Refresh the Data: Try refreshing the screen or