How To Fix ESH_ADM_MSG169 - Category assignments of connector "&1" are locked by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADM_MSG - ESH Administration and Monitoring Tool

• Message number: 169

• Message text: Category assignments of connector "&1" are locked by user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG169 - Category assignments of connector "&1" are locked by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADM_MSG169 indicates that the category assignments of a connector are locked by a specific user. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) or the SAP Business Suite, where connectors are used to link various data sources for search purposes.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a user having an active lock on the category assignments for a specific connector. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  A user is currently editing or configuring the connector and has not released the lock.
  A previous session did not close properly, leaving the lock in place.
  There may be a system issue or a timeout that has not cleared the lock.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the User: Check which user is holding the lock. The error message specifies the user ID (user &2) that has locked the connector.
  
  
  Contact the User: If possible, reach out to the user to ask them to release the lock. They may need to log out or finish their configuration.
  
  
  Release the Lock Manually:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually release the lock using transaction code SM12 (Lock Entries).
  In the SM12 transaction, enter the user ID that is holding the lock and execute the search. You will see the locks held by that user.
  Select the relevant lock entries and delete them to release the lock.
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues: If the lock persists and you cannot identify the user, there may be a system issue. In this case, you may need to consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate further.
  
  
  Review System Logs: Check the system logs for any related errors or warnings that might provide additional context about why the lock is not being released.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (Lock Entries), SM21 (System Log), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) for troubleshooting.
  User Management: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations and are trained on how to properly release locks after making changes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ESH_ADM_MSG169 error and proceed with your work on the connector.