How To Fix DU612 - File name is locked by user &

DU612 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DU - Data transfer to SAP-EIS

• Message number: 612

• Message text: File name is locked by user &

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DU612 - Details

• The SAP error message DU612, which states "File name is locked by user &," typically occurs when a user tries to access or modify a file that is currently locked by another user. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when multiple users are trying to access the same file simultaneously, or when a previous session did not release the lock properly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently using the file, and the system has locked it to prevent conflicts.
  Session Issues: A previous session may not have released the lock due to an unexpected termination or crash.
  File Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to ensure data integrity, which can lead to this error if not managed properly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the file is locked by another user, you may need to wait until that user has finished their work and released the lock.
  Identify the Locking User: Use transaction code