How To Fix 37589 - Testing not possible at present. Lock table full or lock errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 589

• Message text: Testing not possible at present. Lock table full or lock errors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37589 - Testing not possible at present. Lock table full or lock errors ?

  The SAP error message 37589, which states "Testing not possible at present. Lock table full or lock errors," typically indicates that the system is experiencing issues related to database locks. This can occur when the lock table is full or when there are problems with the locks being held by various transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Lock Table Full: The lock table has reached its maximum capacity, which prevents new locks from being created. This can happen if there are many concurrent transactions or if transactions are not releasing locks properly.
  Long-Running Transactions: If transactions are taking too long to complete, they may hold locks for an extended period, leading to a full lock table.
  Deadlocks: Situations where two or more transactions are waiting for each other to release locks can also lead to lock errors.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the lock table may not be optimized for the current workload.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Lock Table Size: Review the configuration of the lock table in the SAP system. You may need to increase the size of the lock table if it is consistently full.
  
  This can be done by adjusting the parameter enque/table_size in the instance profile.
  
  
  
  Monitor and Analyze Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 (Display and Delete Locks) to monitor existing locks. Identify and resolve any long-held locks or deadlocks.
  
  You can delete unnecessary locks if they are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Optimize Transactions: Review the transactions that are holding locks for a long time. Optimize the code or processes to ensure that locks are released as soon as they are no longer needed.
  
  
  Increase System Resources: If the system is under heavy load, consider increasing the hardware resources (CPU, memory) to handle more concurrent transactions.
  
  
  Regular Maintenance: Implement regular maintenance tasks to monitor and manage locks, ensuring that the system runs smoothly.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to lock tables and errors.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related errors.
  ST22: To analyze dumps that may provide insights into lock issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on lock management and configuration.
  
  
  Performance Monitoring: Use tools like SAP Solution Manager or transaction ST03N to monitor system performance and identify bottlenecks related to locking.
  
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the error message 37589 and improve the overall performance of your SAP system.