How To Fix EI369 - Table &1 is blocked by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 369

• Message text: Table &1 is blocked by user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI369 - Table &1 is blocked by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message EI369, which states "Table &1 is blocked by user &2," indicates that a specific database table (denoted by &1) is currently locked by a user (denoted by &2). This typically occurs when a user is performing an operation that requires exclusive access to the table, such as updating or deleting records.
  Causes:
  
  Long-running Transactions: A user may have initiated a transaction that is taking longer than expected, causing the table to remain locked.
  Uncommitted Changes: If a user has made changes to the table but has not yet committed those changes, the table will remain locked.
  Deadlocks: In some cases, two or more transactions may be waiting for each other to release locks, leading to a deadlock situation.
  User Errors: A user may have inadvertently left a transaction open, causing the lock to persist.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Identify the Blocking User: Use transaction codes like SM12 (for lock entries) to identify the user and the specific lock. This will help you understand which transaction is causing the lock.
  Terminate the Session: If the blocking user is not actively working on the transaction, you may need to terminate their session. This can be done using transaction SM04 or SM12, where you can delete the lock entry.
  Communicate with the User: If possible, communicate with the user who is blocking the table to understand their needs and whether they can complete or rollback their transaction.
  Check for Long-running Jobs: Use transaction SM37 to check for any long-running background jobs that might be holding locks on the table.
  Review Application Logic: If this issue occurs frequently, review the application logic to ensure that transactions are being committed or rolled back appropriately.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM04: User sessions overview.
  SM37: Job monitoring.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to table locking.
  Performance Tuning: Consider performance tuning of the database and application to minimize locking issues.
  Database Administration: In some cases, database-level configurations may need to be reviewed to optimize locking behavior.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EI369 error and prevent it from occurring in the future.