How To Fix DTINF051 - Lock has been lost

DTINF051 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DTINF - Information Retrieval Framework texts

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Lock has been lost

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DTINF051 - Lock has been lost ?

  The SAP error message DTINF051, which states "Lock has been lost," typically occurs in the context of data processing or transactions where a lock on a particular object or record is required to ensure data integrity. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during updates, inserts, or deletes when the system detects that the lock on the object has been released or is no longer valid.
  Causes:
  
  Timeouts: The lock may have timed out due to inactivity or long-running processes.
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process may have released the lock or modified the data while your transaction was still in progress.
  System Errors: Issues with the SAP system or database can lead to unexpected lock releases.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems can cause a loss of session, leading to lock loss.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction takes too long to complete, it may exceed the lock timeout settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Retry the Transaction: Often, simply retrying the