How To Fix CCMM898 - The object requested is currently locked by user &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CCMM - Message Class for A&D CCM

• Message number: 898

• Message text: The object requested is currently locked by user &

<ZK>&CAUSE&</>
A lock requested by calling an ENQUEUE function module cannot be
configured because another SAP transaction is using the lock in
question.

System Response

The ENQUEUE function module triggers a corresponding exception. If this
exception was not interrupted by the application program, this leads
automatically to the active SAP transaction being cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Look in the lock table to establish which user or transaction is using
the requested lock (<ZK>Tools </>-> <ZK>Administration </>-> <ZK>Monitor
</>-> <ZK>Lock entries</>). You may need to contact the user in
question.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CCMM898 - The object requested is currently locked by user & ?

  The SAP error message CCMM898 indicates that the object you are trying to access or modify is currently locked by another user. This is a common issue in SAP systems, especially in environments where multiple users are working on the same objects or data.
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: Another user has opened the object for editing, which prevents other users from making changes until the lock is released.
  Session Timeout: Sometimes, a user may have left a session open, causing a lock to persist even if they are no longer actively using the system.
  System Error: Occasionally, a system error or crash can leave an object in a locked state.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for the other user to finish their work and release the lock may be the simplest solution.
  Identify the Locking User: You can use transaction code SM12 to view the list of locks in the system. This will show you which user is currently holding the lock on the object.
  
  Go to transaction SM12.
  Enter the object name or relevant details to filter the locks.
  Identify the user who has locked the object.
  
  
  Contact the User: If you can identify the user, you may want to reach out to them to see if they can release the lock.
  Release the Lock: If the locking user is unavailable or if the lock is stale (e.g., due to a session timeout), a system administrator can manually release the lock using transaction SM12.
  
  Select the lock entry and choose the option to delete or release the lock.
  
  
  Check for System Issues: If locks are persisting frequently, it may be worth investigating if there are underlying system issues or if users are not properly logging out of their sessions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Lock Management: Understanding how SAP handles locks can help in managing and troubleshooting these issues. Locks are typically used to maintain data integrity during concurrent access.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM21: To check system logs for any errors or issues that may have caused locks.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs that may be affecting object access.
  
  
  User Training: Educating users on proper session management and how to release locks can help reduce the frequency of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CCMM898 error and understand the context in which it occurs.