How To Fix 8B566 - Table &1 is locked

8B566 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 566

• Message text: Table &1 is locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B566 - Table &1 is locked ?

  The SAP error message 8B566 indicates that a specific table (denoted as &1 in the message) is locked. This typically occurs when a transaction is trying to access or modify a table that is currently locked by another process or user. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently accessing the table, which prevents your transaction from obtaining the necessary lock.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold a lock on the table longer than expected.
  Deadlocks: In some cases, a deadlock situation may arise where two or more transactions are waiting for each other to release locks.
  System Issues: Occasionally, system issues or bugs can lead to unexpected locking behavior.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Identify the Lock:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to view and manage locks. You can check which user or process is holding the lock on the table.
  Look for the