How To Fix E2215 - & is locked because a restart log exists

E2215 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E2 - DE Data Dictionary

• Message number: 215

• Message text: & is locked because a restart log exists

What causes this issue?

Table is locked against changes because a database operation has not
yet been completed (a restart log still exists).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Wait a few minutes or check the table using the database utility
(function <LS>Utilities -> Database utility</>) - please look at the
information on the table in the database utility.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E2215 - & is locked because a restart log exists ?

  The SAP error message E2215 indicates that a particular object (such as a table or a program) is locked because a restart log exists. This typically occurs in scenarios where a transaction was interrupted or did not complete successfully, leaving behind a restart log that prevents further processing of that object until the issue is resolved.
  
  Cause:
  
  Transaction Interruption: The most common cause is that a transaction was interrupted (e.g., due to a system crash, user termination, or other unexpected events).
  Incomplete Processing: The system may have left a restart log indicating that the transaction needs to be completed or rolled back.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If a restart log exists, the system locks the object to ensure that no other transactions can modify it until the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the E2215 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Restart Log:
  
  Use transaction code SM21 to check