How To Fix D-091 - Service & & currently locked by &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D- -

• Message number: 091

• Message text: Service & & currently locked by &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D-091 - Service & & currently locked by & ?

  The SAP error message D-091 indicates that a service (or object) is currently locked by another user or process. This typically occurs when multiple users or processes attempt to access or modify the same service simultaneously, leading to a conflict.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently using the service, which prevents your access.
  Long-running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold the lock longer than expected.
  System Errors: Sometimes, system errors or crashes can leave locks in place that need to be cleared.
  Development or Configuration Changes: If changes are being made to the service or related configurations, it may be locked during that process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for a few moments and then retrying the operation may resolve the issue.
  Identify the Locking User/Process:
  
  Use transaction codes like SM12 (to view and manage locks) to identify which user or process is holding the lock.
  You can also use SM21 (system log) to check for any related errors or messages.
  
  
  Release the Lock: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually release the lock from SM12. However, be cautious when doing this, as it may disrupt the other user's work.
  Check for Long-running Transactions: If a transaction is taking too long, you may need to investigate and possibly terminate it using transaction SM50 (process overview).
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify or resolve the lock, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM50: To monitor active processes.
  SM21: To check system logs for errors.
  
  
  User Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on handling locks and troubleshooting.
  Best Practices: Implementing proper transaction management and user training can help minimize locking issues in the future.
  
  Always ensure that you have the necessary permissions and that you follow your organization's policies when dealing with locks and system processes.