How To Fix 5@316 - Role maintenance locked by &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5@ -

• Message number: 316

• Message text: Role maintenance locked by &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5@316 - Role maintenance locked by & ?

  The SAP error message "5@316 Role maintenance locked by &" typically indicates that a role maintenance transaction is currently locked by another user or session. This can happen when a user is editing a role in the Profile Generator (PFCG) or when a background job is running that is modifying roles.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing the same role.
  Background Jobs: A background job is running that is modifying roles or profiles.
  Session Lock: A previous session may not have been closed properly, leaving a lock on the role.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Locking User: 
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for locks. You can filter by the object type (e.g., AGR_* for roles) and see which user is holding the lock.
  If you find the user, you can contact them to see if they can release the lock.
  
  
  
  Release the Lock:
  
  If the locking user is not available or the session is stale, you can manually delete the lock in SM12. However, be cautious with this approach as it may lead to data inconsistency if the other user is actively working on the role.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion: If a background job is running, you may need to wait for it to complete before you can access the role.
  
  
  Check for Stale Sessions: 
  
  If you suspect a session is stale, you can check active sessions in SM04 and terminate any that are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  System Restart: In rare cases, if the lock persists and cannot be resolved, a system restart may be necessary, but this should be done with caution and typically as a last resort.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  SM12: Display and delete locks.
  SM04: User sessions overview.
  
  
  
  Lock Objects: SAP uses lock objects to prevent data inconsistencies when multiple users are trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously.
  
  
  Best Practices: To avoid such locks, ensure that users are not editing the same roles simultaneously and establish a protocol for role maintenance.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.