How To Fix AD597 - Table & (modification of DB table canceled (DB lock))

AD597 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 597

• Message text: Table & (modification of DB table canceled (DB lock))

What causes this issue?

Fields that are added to a transparent table structure
in the ABAP/4 Dictionary must also be added to the
structure of the database table. When an attempt was made to do this,
an abnormal termination occurred as a result of a database lock.

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?

The action can be repeated as soon as the database lock has been
removed from this table. This can be done by explicitly deleting the
database lock or by closing down the database. Please inform your
database administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD597 - Table & (modification of DB table canceled (DB lock)) ?

  The SAP error message AD597 indicates that a modification to a database table has been canceled due to a database lock. This typically occurs when multiple processes or users are trying to access or modify the same database table simultaneously, leading to a conflict.
  
  Cause:
  
  Database Locking: When a transaction is in progress, it may lock certain database tables to ensure data integrity. If another transaction tries to modify the same table while it is locked, the modification will be canceled, resulting in the AD597 error.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction takes too long to complete, it can hold locks for an extended period, causing other transactions to fail.
  Deadlocks: In some cases, two or more transactions may be waiting for each other to release locks, leading to a deadlock situation.
  Concurrent Access: Multiple users or processes trying to access the same table at the same time can lead to locking issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Lock: Use