How To Fix FARR_ACCR_MAIN147 - Unexpected error while locking table &2 (company code &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_ACCR_MAIN - Revenue Accounting - Accrual Management

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Unexpected error while locking table &2 (company code &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_ACCR_MAIN147 - Unexpected error while locking table &2 (company code &1) ?

  The SAP error message FARR_ACCR_MAIN147 indicates that there was an unexpected error while trying to lock a specific table related to a company code. This error typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and asset accounting processes, particularly when the system is trying to perform operations that require exclusive access to certain database tables.
  Cause:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The error may arise due to issues with database locks. If another process is holding a lock on the table, the current operation cannot proceed.
  Concurrency Problems: Multiple users or processes trying to access the same resource simultaneously can lead to locking conflicts.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues can also lead to unexpected errors when trying to lock tables.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the system that affect how locks are managed.
  Database Corruption: In rare cases, corruption in the database can lead to unexpected errors.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for existing lock entries. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can delete them (ensure that you have the necessary authorizations).
  Review Background Jobs: Check if there are any background jobs running that might be holding locks on the table. You can use transaction code SM37 to monitor background jobs.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance using transaction codes like ST22 (dump analysis) and SM21 (system log) to identify any underlying issues that may be affecting performance.
  Retry the Operation: Sometimes, simply retrying the operation after a short period can resolve the issue if it was caused by a temporary lock.
  Consult Basis Team: If the issue persists, consult your SAP Basis team to investigate further. They can check for database issues, performance bottlenecks, or configuration problems.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM12 (lock entries), SM37 (job monitoring), ST22 (dump analysis), and SM21 (system log) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to asset accounting and financial processes to understand the context of the error better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the FARR_ACCR_MAIN147 error message.