How To Fix TD111 - Form & in use

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Form & in use

What causes this issue?

You cannot maintain the form as it is currently being edited.

System Response

The form can only be displayed, not maintained.

How to fix this error?

After a period of time, try again to maintain the form. Make sure that
you yourself are not editing the form (in another session).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD111 - Form & in use ?

  The SAP error message TD111, which states "Form & in use," typically occurs when you attempt to modify or delete a form that is currently being used in a transaction or is locked by another user. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in SAPscript or Smart Forms, where forms are created and maintained.
  Cause:
  
  Form in Use: The form you are trying to edit or delete is currently being used by another user or process.
  Lock Mechanism: SAP has a locking mechanism to prevent multiple users from making changes to the same object simultaneously. If a form is locked, you will receive this error.
  Transport Requests: If the form is part of a transport request that is currently being processed, it may also be locked.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can look for locks on the specific form and see which user or process is holding the lock.
  
  If you find a lock that is no longer needed, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Wait for Release: If the form is being used by another user, you may need to wait until they finish their work and release the lock.
  
  
  Transport Request: If the form is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is completed and not in a pending state.
  
  
  Check for Active Sessions: Sometimes, a user may have an active session that is holding the lock. You can check active sessions using transaction SM04 or AL08.
  
  
  Contact Administrator: If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP Basis administrator for assistance. They can help identify the user or process that is holding the lock and take appropriate action.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM04: To view active user sessions.
  AL08: To view all active sessions in the system.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to the TD111 error. Sometimes, there may be patches or updates that address specific bugs or issues.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on form management and locking mechanisms.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TD111 error and continue working with the forms in SAP.