How To Fix T0122 - You are already editing transaction &2 in company code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T0 - General Treasury

• Message number: 122

• Message text: You are already editing transaction &2 in company code &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T0122 - You are already editing transaction &2 in company code &1 ?

  The SAP error message T0122 indicates that a user is trying to edit a transaction that is already being edited by another user in the specified company code. This is a common issue in SAP systems when multiple users are working on the same data simultaneously.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A user attempts to edit a transaction (like a financial document) that is currently locked by another user.
  The system prevents concurrent editing to maintain data integrity and avoid conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the transaction. You can see which user is currently editing the transaction and the details of the lock.
  
  
  
  Wait for Release:
  
  If another user is editing the transaction, you may need to wait until they finish and release the lock. You can communicate with the user to find out when they expect to complete their work.
  
  
  
  Unlock the Transaction:
  
  If you determine that the lock is no longer needed (for example, if the user has left the session without properly saving or exiting), you can unlock the transaction using transaction code SM12. However, be cautious with this approach, as it may lead to data inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check User Sessions:
  
  Ensure that the user who is editing the transaction is not inadvertently holding onto the lock due to a session timeout or other issues.
  
  
  
  Review System Settings:
  
  If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the system settings or user training to minimize the chances of concurrent editing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM21: Check system logs for any related issues.
  SE11: Check the data dictionary for the table related to the transaction.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to transaction management and locking mechanisms for more detailed information.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on how to properly exit transactions and avoid leaving them open unnecessarily.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the T0122 error and continue your work in SAP.