How To Fix TD671 - Text ID &1 for object &2 is being edited

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 671

• Message text: Text ID &1 for object &2 is being edited

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD671 - Text ID &1 for object &2 is being edited ?

  The SAP error message TD671 indicates that a text ID (identified by &1) for a specific object (identified by &2) is currently being edited. This typically occurs in scenarios where multiple users are trying to edit the same text object simultaneously, leading to a lock situation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Editing: Another user is currently editing the text associated with the specified text ID and object.
  Lock Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. When one user is editing a text object, it is locked for others until the editing session is completed and saved.
  Session Timeout: If a user has left the editing session without saving or properly closing it, the lock may remain active.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If another user is editing the text, you may need to wait until they finish and release the lock. You can try again after some time.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for