How To Fix DAEMON_STARTUP_CFG006 - Rejected lock object is '&1'. Conflict with user '&2' detected.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DAEMON_STARTUP_CFG -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Rejected lock object is '&1'. Conflict with user '&2' detected.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DAEMON_STARTUP_CFG006 - Rejected lock object is '&1'. Conflict with user '&2' detected. ?

  The SAP error message DAEMON_STARTUP_CFG006 indicates that there is a conflict with a lock object in the system. This typically occurs when a user is trying to access or modify a resource that is already locked by another user. The message provides two key pieces of information:
  
  &1: This represents the name of the rejected lock object.
  &2: This represents the user who currently holds the lock.
  
  Cause
  The error is caused by a situation where:
  
  A user (identified by &2) has locked a specific object (identified by &1).
  Another user or process is attempting to access or modify that same object, leading to a conflict.
  
  This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Concurrent transactions trying to access the same data.
  Long-running transactions that hold locks for an extended period.
  Configuration issues in the system that lead to improper lock management.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Lock:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to view the lock entries in the system. You can filter by the lock object name (the value of &1) to find out which user is holding the lock.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Situation:
  
  Determine if the user holding the lock (the value of &2) is still active or if the lock is stale (e.g., due to a user session that has crashed).
  
  
  
  Release the Lock:
  
  If the lock is no longer needed, you can manually delete the lock entry from SM12. However, be cautious when doing this, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the user is still working with the data.
  
  
  
  Communicate with Users:
  
  If possible, communicate with the user holding the lock to understand their activity and coordinate a resolution.
  
  
  
  Review Lock Management:
  
  If this issue occurs frequently, consider reviewing your system's lock management and transaction design to minimize conflicts. This may involve optimizing long-running transactions or implementing better error handling.
  
  
  
  Check for Configuration Issues:
  
  Ensure that there are no configuration issues in your SAP system that could lead to improper lock handling.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related errors or warnings.
  ST22: To analyze dumps that may provide additional context for the error.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on lock management and concurrency control to better understand how locks work in the SAP environment.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the DAEMON_STARTUP_CFG006 error effectively.