How To Fix UD360 - View & is new and is being edited by &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UD - EDM - Enterprise Data Model

• Message number: 360

• Message text: View & is new and is being edited by &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UD360 - View & is new and is being edited by & ?

  The SAP error message "UD360 View & is new and is being edited by &" typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when a user attempts to access or modify a view that is currently being edited by another user. This is a common issue in collaborative environments where multiple users may be working on the same data or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  
  Concurrent Editing: The primary cause of this error is that the view you are trying to access is currently locked for editing by another user. This can happen if:
  
  Another user has opened the view for editing and has not yet saved or closed it.
  The system has not released the lock due to a session timeout or other issues.
  
  
  
  System Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies that can arise from concurrent modifications. When a user opens a view for editing, a lock is placed on that view.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the other user to finish editing the view and then try again. You can communicate with the user if possible to find out when they will be done.
  
  
  Check Lock Entries: You can check the lock entries in the SAP system to see who is currently editing the view. This can be done using transaction code SM12. Here, you can view and manage lock entries. If you have the necessary permissions, you may be able to delete the lock if the user is no longer active.
  
  
  Contact the User: If you know who is editing the view, you can reach out to them to ask if they can save their changes or close the view.
  
  
  System Administrator: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance. They may have additional tools or permissions to resolve the lock.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  SE11: To view the data dictionary and check the view definition.
  
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly save and close views to minimize the chances of encountering this error.
  
  
  System Configuration: Review the system configuration for locking mechanisms and user permissions to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the "UD360 View & is new and is being edited by &" error effectively.