How To Fix CNV_OR_UTILS052 - System locking failure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_OR_UTILS - Messages of package CNV_OR_UTILS

• Message number: 052

• Message text: System locking failure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_OR_UTILS052 - System locking failure ?

  The SAP error message CNV_OR_UTILS052: System locking failure typically occurs during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or other data migration tools. This error indicates that the system is unable to acquire a lock on a required resource, which can prevent the migration process from proceeding.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Processes: Another process may be holding a lock on the same resource, preventing your process from acquiring the necessary lock.
  Long-running Transactions: If there are long-running transactions in the system, they may be holding locks longer than expected.
  Database Lock Issues: There may be issues at the database level, such as deadlocks or lock contention.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the migration tool or the system can lead to locking issues.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the migration may not have the necessary authorizations to acquire the required locks.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Active Processes: Use transaction codes like SM12 (to check for locks) and SM66 (to view active processes) to identify any processes that may be holding locks. If you find any, you may need to terminate them if they are not critical.
  Wait and Retry: If the locking issue is temporary, waiting for a few moments and then retrying the migration process may resolve the issue.
  Review Long-running Transactions: Identify and resolve any long-running transactions that may be holding locks. You can use transaction ST22 to check for dumps or ST03N for performance analysis.
  Check Database Locks: If you suspect database-level issues, you may need to check the database logs or use database-specific tools to identify and resolve lock contention.
  Adjust Configuration: Review the configuration settings of the migration tool to ensure they are set correctly.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the migration has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the migration tool you are using to ensure that you are following the recommended procedures.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.