How To Fix /DSD/RP_MASTERDATA304 - &1 locks could not be removed (help: transaction SM12)

/DSD/RP_MASTERDATA304 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /DSD/RP_MASTERDATA -

• Message number: 304

• Message text: &1 locks could not be removed (help: transaction SM12)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /DSD/RP_MASTERDATA304 - &1 locks could not be removed (help: transaction SM12) ?

  The SAP error message /DSD/RP_MASTERDATA304 &1 locks could not be removed typically indicates that there are locks on certain master data records that cannot be released. This can happen for various reasons, such as:
  Causes:
  
  Active Sessions: There may be active sessions or transactions that are currently using the locked records.
  Unfinished Transactions: A transaction that was started but not completed may have left locks on the data.
  System Errors: System errors or crashes can sometimes leave locks in place.
  Long-running Processes: Long-running background jobs or processes may hold locks for an extended period.
  User Errors: Users may have inadvertently left transactions open, causing locks.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Active Sessions:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to view the locks. You can filter by user or object to identify which locks are causing the issue.
  If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can manually delete them if you have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Identify and Terminate Sessions:
  
  If you identify a session that is