How To Fix CMS_SEC003 - Setting a lock on lock object &1 failed due to unknown system error

CMS_SEC003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_SEC - CMS Securities Add-on

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Setting a lock on lock object &1 failed due to unknown system error

What causes this issue?

Due to an internal error in the system, it was not possible to impose a
lock on the object. Processing has to be terminated.
This is probably only a temporary problem. Try and process the object
again.

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

System Response

If this message appears again during your next attempt, contact your
system administrator.&WHAT_TO_DO&

Procedure for System Administrators

Call-up of enqueue supplies the exception system error.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_SEC003 - Setting a lock on lock object &1 failed due to unknown system error ?

  The SAP error message CMS_SEC003 indicates that there was a failure in setting a lock on a lock object due to an unknown system error. This can occur in various scenarios, often related to issues with the SAP lock management system. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Database Issues: There may be underlying database problems that prevent the lock from being set.
  Lock Table Overflow: The lock table may be full, which can happen if there are too many locks being held or if locks are not being released properly.
  System Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (like memory or CPU) can lead to failures in lock management.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to locking issues.
  Transport Issues: If the error occurs during a transport, it may be related to the transport process itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Lock Table: Use transaction code SM12 to check the lock