How To Fix 8I075 - Foreign lock for & & by &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8I - Localization India

• Message number: 075

• Message text: Foreign lock for & & by &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8I075 - Foreign lock for & & by & ?

  The SAP error message 8I075 indicates that there is a foreign lock on a particular object, which is preventing the current operation from being completed. This typically occurs in the context of database operations where a record or object is being accessed by another transaction or user, leading to a lock conflict.
  Cause:
  The error message 8I075 Foreign lock for & & by & generally arises due to the following reasons:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently accessing the same data or object, leading to a lock being placed on it.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold locks longer than expected, causing other transactions to wait or fail.
  Lock Management Issues: There may be issues with how locks are being managed in the system, such as improper release of locks or deadlocks.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction codes like SM12 (Display and Manage Locks) to identify which user or process is holding the lock. You can filter by the object name or user ID.
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is held by a legitimate process, you may need to wait for that process to complete before retrying your operation.
  Terminate the Lock: If the lock is held by a process that is no longer active or is taking too long, you may consider terminating that session. This can be done in SM12 by selecting the lock entry and choosing to delete it. Be cautious with this approach, as it may lead to data inconsistencies.
  Review Locking Strategy: If this issue occurs frequently, review the locking strategy and transaction design to minimize lock contention. This may involve optimizing long-running transactions or adjusting how data is accessed.
  Consult Documentation: Check SAP Notes or documentation for any specific recommendations or patches related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  ST22: To analyze dumps that may provide more context on the error.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Performance Monitoring: Use tools like ST03 or ST04 to monitor performance and identify any bottlenecks that may be causing prolonged locks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the SAP error message 8I075.