How To Fix TD726 - Text &1 language &2 is currently being edited

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 726

• Message text: Text &1 language &2 is currently being edited

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

You can only display the text, not maintain it.

How to fix this error?

Try to maintain the text later. Please make sure that you are not
already editing the text yourself (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 TD726 - Text &1 language &2 is currently being edited ?

  The SAP error message TD726 indicates that a text object (such as a text element or a text module) in a specific language is currently being edited by another user or session. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with text elements in SAPscript, Smart Forms, or other text-related functionalities in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Editing: Another user is currently editing the same text object in the specified language.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent multiple users from making changes to the same object simultaneously. When one user opens a text object for editing, it locks that object for others.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, a session may not have been properly closed, leaving the text object in a locked state.
  
  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: You can check the lock entries in the system using transaction code SM12. Look for the relevant text object and see if it is locked by another user. If you have the necessary authorizations, you can delete the lock entry, but this should be done with caution and preferably after consulting with the user who is editing the text.
  Use Transaction SE61: If you are working with text elements, you can use transaction SE61 to view and manage text elements. This may provide additional insights into the status of the text object.
  Contact the User: If you know who is editing the text, you can reach out to them to coordinate the editing process.
  Check for Stale Sessions: If you suspect that a session is still holding a lock due to a crash or improper closure, you may need to investigate further or contact your SAP Basis team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SE61: To manage text elements.
  SE78: To manage SAPscript forms and Smart Forms.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage text objects and lock entries.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on text management and locking mechanisms.
  
  Always ensure that you follow your organization's protocols when dealing with locked objects to avoid data loss or conflicts.