How To Fix /BOBF/LOCK004 - System failure in the enqueue server: Object could not be locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/LOCK -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: System failure in the enqueue server: Object could not be locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/LOCK004 - System failure in the enqueue server: Object could not be locked ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/LOCK004 System failure in the enqueue server: Object could not be locked typically indicates that there is an issue with the locking mechanism in the SAP system. This error occurs when a request to lock a specific object fails, which can happen for several reasons. Below are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Lock Table Overflow: The lock table may be full, preventing new locks from being created.
  Deadlocks: Two or more processes may be waiting for each other to release locks, leading to a deadlock situation.
  Enqueue Server Issues: The enqueue server may be down or experiencing issues, preventing it from processing lock requests.
  Network Issues: Network problems can disrupt communication between the application server and the enqueue server.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to lock the object.
  Long-Running Transactions: A long-running transaction may hold locks for an extended period, causing contention