How To Fix TD005 - Function is in use

TD005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TD - SAPscript: Text editor, composer, forms, styles and fonts

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Function is in use

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD005 - Function is in use ?

  The SAP error message TD005, which states "Function is in use," typically occurs when you attempt to delete or modify a function module, transaction, or other object that is currently being used or referenced in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a function module is being called by a program, or if it is part of a transport request that is still active.
  Causes:
  
  Active References: The function module or object is being called by other programs, function modules, or transactions.
  Transport Requests: The object is part of a transport request that has not been released or is still in use.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent changes to objects that are currently in use, which can trigger this error.
  User Sessions: There may be active user sessions that are utilizing the function or object.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check References: Use transaction SE37 (for function modules) or SE80 (for other objects)