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How To Fix TD141 - The SAP original of form &1 language &2 was opened in the editor


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 141

  • Message text: The SAP original of form &1 language &2 was opened in the editor

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  • What causes this issue?

    The SAP original of form &V1& language &V2& was loaded in the editor.

    How to fix this error?

    You can now revise and generate this original version.
    If you wish to generate the original version without updating it,
    please note the following points:
    It can be generated by the customer, as the author of the active
    version, via the menu option Form -> Generate. The result is a customer
    modification.
    It can be generated by SAP, as the author of the active version, via
    the menu point Utilities -> SAP version -> Generate, therefore
    restoring the SAP original.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD141 - The SAP original of form &1 language &2 was opened in the editor ?

    The SAP error message TD141 indicates that the original version of a form (such as a Smart Form or SAPscript) is currently open in the editor. This can happen when you attempt to modify or transport a form that is already being edited by another user or session.

    Cause:

    1. Form Already Open: The form you are trying to access is already open in the SAPscript or Smart Forms editor by another user or in another session.
    2. Lock Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent multiple users from editing the same object simultaneously. If the form is locked, you will receive this error.

    Solution:

    1. Check for Open Sessions:

      • Verify if the form is open in another session or by another user. You can do this by checking the transaction SM12 (Lock Entries) to see if there is a lock on the form.
      • If you find a lock, you can either wait for the other user to finish or contact them to close the form.
    2. Close the Editor:

      • If you have the form open in another session, simply close that session or the editor.
    3. Use Transaction SE71 or SMARTFORMS:

      • If you are using Smart Forms, navigate to transaction SMARTFORMS and check if the form is open there.
      • For SAPscript, use transaction SE71 to check the status of the form.
    4. Unlock the Form:

      • If you determine that the lock is no longer valid (for example, if the user has logged off), you can manually delete the lock entry in SM12. However, be cautious with this approach, as it may disrupt another user's work.
    5. Transport Request:

      • If you are trying to transport the form, ensure that it is not locked in the transport request. You may need to check the transport logs or requests.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:

      • SE71: SAPscript Form Maintenance
      • SMARTFORMS: Smart Forms Maintenance
      • SM12: Display and Delete Lock Entries
      • SE03: Transport Organizer Tools (for transport-related issues)
    • SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to form locking or editing.

    • User Communication: If you are in a team environment, communicate with your colleagues to ensure that you are not trying to edit the same form simultaneously.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TD141 error and successfully access the form you need to work on.

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