Message type: E = Error
Message class: USMD1A - Messages: Abstraction Layer
Message number: 218
Message text: User &1 has already selected the key &3 for &2
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
The system resets the key to &V4&.
Choose a different key.
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USMD1A218
- User &1 has already selected the key &3 for &2 ?The SAP error message USMD1A218 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) module. This error indicates that a user is attempting to select a key (such as a business partner, material, or customer) that has already been selected by another user in the same session or transaction.
Cause: Concurrent Access: The error usually arises when multiple users are trying to edit or select the same key simultaneously. Session Management: The system may not be properly managing user sessions, leading to conflicts when users try to access the same data. Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If a user has locked a particular key, other users will be unable to select it until the lock is released.
Solution: Check User Sessions: Verify if another user is currently editing the same key. If so, you may need to wait until they finish their session. Release Locks: If you
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