How To Fix D4612 - No jobs waiting for/holding record lock found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D4 - DB2/400 specific messages

• Message number: 612

• Message text: No jobs waiting for/holding record lock found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D4612 - No jobs waiting for/holding record lock found ?

  The SAP error message D4612 ("No jobs waiting for/holding record lock found") typically occurs in the context of background processing or job scheduling in SAP. This message indicates that the system could not find any jobs that are currently waiting for or holding a record lock. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Job Scheduling Issues: The error may arise when a job is trying to access a resource that is locked by another job, but there are no jobs currently in a waiting state for that lock.
  Lock Management: The system may not have any jobs that are holding or waiting for a lock on the specified resource, which can happen if the job has already completed or if there was an issue with the job execution.
  Database Locks: If a job is trying to access a database record that is locked by another process, and that process has either completed or failed, this message may appear.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction codes like SM37 to check the status of background jobs. Look for any jobs that may be in a "cancelled" or "finished" state that could have been holding locks.
  Review Lock Entries: Use transaction SM12 to check for any existing lock entries. If there are locks that are no longer needed, they can be deleted if appropriate.
  Job Rescheduling: If a job is failing due to locks, consider rescheduling it to run at a different time when the resource is less likely to be locked.
  System Performance: Ensure that the system is performing optimally. Sometimes, performance issues can lead to jobs not completing in a timely manner, causing confusion with locks.
  Check for Errors: Review the job logs for any errors that may indicate why the job is not able to find the lock or is failing to execute properly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM21: Check system logs for any related errors.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are documented in SAP Notes.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for background processing and lock management to understand how locks are handled in your specific version of SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.