How To Fix BC_DATAMODEL_SERVICE069 - &: Unable to lock number range object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BC_DATAMODEL_SERVICE - BC Training (All Courses)

• Message number: 069

• Message text: &: Unable to lock number range object

What causes this issue?

The flight data generator requires the following number range objects:
SBOOKID, SBUSPID, SCOUNID and SFLTRIPID.
At least &V1& is currently locked by another program and can therefore
not be edited by the data generator.
<ZH>Background:</>
Number range objects provide the system with successive numbers. In the
case of the flight data generator, they are required in order to
generate numbers for bookings, business partners, sales counters and
flights.

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?

Delete this lock by exiting the respective program. Restart the data
generator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BC_DATAMODEL_SERVICE069 - &: Unable to lock number range object ?

  The SAP error message BC_DATAMODEL_SERVICE069 indicates that the system is unable to lock a number range object. This typically occurs when there is a conflict in accessing the number range, which can happen for several reasons. Below are the common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Access: Multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same number range object simultaneously, leading to a locking conflict.
  Long-running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold a lock on the number range object, preventing other transactions from accessing it.
  System Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of number range objects or issues in the number range management settings can lead to locking problems.
  Database Locks: Locks at the database level can also prevent access to the number range object.
  Background Jobs: Background jobs that are processing number ranges may be holding locks longer than expected.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the error is due to concurrent access, waiting for a short period and then retrying the operation may resolve the issue.
  Check Active Sessions: Use transaction codes like SM12 (to check for locks) and SM21 (to check system logs) to identify any active sessions that may be holding locks on the number range object.
  Review Long-running Transactions: Identify and optimize any long-running transactions that may be holding locks on the number range object.
  Adjust Number Range Configuration: Review the configuration of the number range object in transaction SNRO (Number Range Objects) to ensure it is set up correctly.
  Monitor Background Jobs: Check for any background jobs that may be processing number ranges and ensure they are completing in a timely manner.
  Restart the Application: In some cases, restarting the application or the relevant transaction may help clear the lock.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a system-wide issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Manage Number Range Objects
  SM12: Display and manage locks
  SM21: System log
  SM37: Monitor background jobs
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and locking mechanisms.
  Performance Monitoring: Regularly monitor system performance and transaction execution times to identify potential bottlenecks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the BC_DATAMODEL_SERVICE069 error in SAP.