How To Fix TD670 - Object & is being edited

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 670

• Message text: Object & is being edited

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD670 - Object & is being edited ?

  The SAP error message TD670, which states "Object & is being edited," typically occurs when you attempt to edit or transport an object that is currently being edited by another user or session. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with transport requests, customizing settings, or development objects.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Editing: Another user or session is currently editing the same object.
  Lock Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent multiple users from making changes to the same object simultaneously. When an object is locked, other users cannot edit it until the lock is released.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, a session may not have been properly closed, leaving the object in a locked state.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Active Sessions: 
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the object. You can see which user or session is holding the lock.
  If you find that a session is holding the lock and it is no longer active, you may need to ask the user to release it or, if necessary, you can delete the lock entry (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Wait for Release: If another user is legitimately editing the object, you may need to wait until they finish and release the lock.
  
  
  Log Off and Log Back In: Sometimes, simply logging off and back into the SAP system can clear up session-related issues.
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: If the object is part of a transport request, ensure that the request is not being edited or released by another user.
  
  
  Contact Basis Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to contact your SAP Basis team for assistance. They can help identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SE03: To manage transport requests and check for any inconsistencies.
  SE09/SE10: To manage transport requests.
  
  
  
  Lock Entries: Understanding how lock entries work in SAP can help you troubleshoot similar issues in the future. Locks are typically set when an object is being edited, and they are released when the editing session is closed.
  
  
  User Communication: If you are working in a team environment, it’s a good practice to communicate with your colleagues about who is working on which objects to avoid such conflicts.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TD670 error and continue working with the object in question.