How To Fix DBMAN426 - Cube &1 is temporarily locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBMAN - Data Manager Message Class

• Message number: 426

• Message text: Cube &1 is temporarily locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBMAN426 - Cube &1 is temporarily locked ?

  The SAP error message DBMAN426 indicates that a specific InfoCube (denoted by &1) is temporarily locked. This typically occurs during data loading or processing activities, where the system prevents access to the InfoCube to ensure data integrity.
  Causes:
  
  Data Loading in Progress: The most common cause is that a data load process (e.g., from an ETL tool or a data transfer process) is currently running and has locked the InfoCube to prevent other processes from accessing it.
  Data Update: If there are ongoing updates or changes being made to the InfoCube, it may be locked to ensure that the updates are completed without interference.
  Long-Running Queries: Sometimes, long-running queries or reports can also lock the InfoCube, especially if they are accessing the same data that is being loaded or updated.
  System Maintenance: Scheduled maintenance or background jobs that involve the InfoCube can also lead to temporary locks.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait for Completion: The simplest solution is to wait