How To Fix /BCV/CFG_PROV005 - Query view &1 is locked by &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BCV/CFG_PROV -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Query view &1 is locked by &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BCV/CFG_PROV005 - Query view &1 is locked by &2 ?

  The SAP error message /BCV/CFG_PROV005 indicates that a query view (denoted as &1) is locked by another user or process (denoted as &2). This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Analytics Cloud when multiple users or processes attempt to access or modify the same query view simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently editing or executing the query view, which locks it for other users.
  Long-Running Processes: A long-running report or data load process may have locked the query view.
  System Issues: Sometimes, system issues or bugs can lead to locks not being released properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for a few moments and then retrying the operation may resolve the issue.
  Identify the Locking User: Use transaction codes like SM12 (for lock entries) to identify the user or process that is holding the lock. You can check for the specific query view and see which user is locking it.
  Contact the Locking User: If possible, communicate with the user who is locking the query view to see if they can release it.
  Terminate the Lock: If the locking process is no longer active or if it is appropriate to do so, you can delete the lock entry using transaction SM12. Be cautious with this approach, as it may disrupt the work of the user holding the lock.
  Check for Background Jobs: If a background job is causing the lock, you may need to wait for it to complete or check its status in transaction SM37.
  System Administration: If the issue persists, it may require intervention from a system administrator to investigate further or to check for any underlying system issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  ST22: Check for dumps that might indicate underlying issues.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on query views and locking mechanisms.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.