How To Fix AD592 - Table & (activation canceled due to database lock)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 592

• Message text: Table & (activation canceled due to database lock)

What causes this issue?

Activation of the table was cancelled. During an attempt to add fields
to the database table, it was established that this table was locked in
the database.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Repeat the table activation process once the database lock has been
removed. Remove the lock either by deleting the relevant database
processes or by closing down the database. Please inform the database
administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD592 - Table & (activation canceled due to database lock) ?

  The SAP error message AD592 indicates that the activation of a table has been canceled due to a database lock. This typically occurs when there is a concurrent process that is accessing or modifying the same database table, preventing the activation process from proceeding.
  Cause:
  
  
  Database Lock: Another transaction or process is currently holding a lock on the table that you are trying to activate. This could be due to:
  
  A long-running transaction.
  A background job that is currently processing data in the table.
  A user session that has not been properly closed or has encountered an issue.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the table is part of a transport request, the transport might be locked due to the ongoing import process.
  
  
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues can also lead to locks being held longer than expected.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Lock:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for existing locks on the table. You can filter by the table name to see if there are any active locks.
  If you find locks, identify the user or process that is holding the lock.
  
  
  
  Release the Lock:
  
  If the lock is held by a user session that is no longer active or is stuck, you may need to terminate that session. This can be done in transaction SM04 or SM50.
  If the lock is due to a background job, you may need to wait for the job to complete or, if necessary, cancel the job.
  
  
  
  Retry Activation:
  
  Once the lock is released, you can retry the activation of the table. This can be done through transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE14 (Database Utility).
  
  
  
  Check for Long-Running Transactions:
  
  If you frequently encounter this issue, investigate if there are long-running transactions that can be optimized or if there are any processes that can be scheduled during off-peak hours.
  
  
  
  System Monitoring:
  
  Implement monitoring for database locks and performance to proactively manage and resolve issues before they impact table activations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage locks.
  SM04: User sessions overview.
  SM50: Process overview.
  SE11: Data Dictionary for table management.
  SE14: Database Utility for table activation.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to database locking and table activation.
  
  
  Performance Tuning: Consider reviewing your database performance and tuning it to reduce the likelihood of locks occurring.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AD592 error and successfully activate the table in SAP.