How To Fix 15021 - Locks deleted manually

15021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 15 - Update message

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Locks deleted manually

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 15021 - Locks deleted manually ?

  The SAP error message "15021 Locks deleted manually" typically indicates that a lock entry in the SAP system was removed manually, which can lead to inconsistencies or issues in the application that relies on that lock. This error is often related to the SAP lock management system, which is used to prevent concurrent access to data that could lead to data integrity issues.
  
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion: The most common cause of this error is that a user or an administrator has manually deleted a lock entry using transaction codes like SM12 (Lock Entries) or through a custom program.
  System Issues: Sometimes, system issues or crashes can lead to locks being deleted unexpectedly.
  Transport Issues: If there are issues during a transport process, it may lead to locks being deleted or not being created properly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Recreate the Lock: If the lock was deleted manually, you may need to rerun the transaction or process that originally created