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