How To Fix BUP_RELATIONS020 - Could not remove lock for relationship internally (multiple locks)

BUP_RELATIONS020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUP_RELATIONS - BPR: Message Class for Relationship Segments

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Could not remove lock for relationship internally (multiple locks)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS020 - Could not remove lock for relationship internally (multiple locks) ?

  The SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS020 indicates that there is an issue with removing a lock for a relationship due to multiple locks being present. This typically occurs in the context of Business Partner (BP) relationships, where the system is trying to manage locks on relationships but encounters conflicts due to multiple active locks.
  
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Locks: The primary cause of this error is that there are multiple locks on the same relationship or business partner, which prevents the system from removing a lock.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same business partner relationship simultaneously, it can lead to locking conflicts.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, this error can be triggered by bugs in the SAP system or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for active locks on the business partner or relationship. Identify and resolve any unnecessary locks.
  Wait and Retry: If the