How To Fix FRE403 - Another process is locking table &1. Processing program &2 aborted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRE - F&R CON R/3 - Messages

• Message number: 403

• Message text: Another process is locking table &1. Processing program &2 aborted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRE403 - Another process is locking table &1. Processing program &2 aborted. ?

  The SAP error message FRE403 indicates that a particular table is locked by another process, which prevents the current program from accessing it. This is a common issue in SAP systems, especially in environments with multiple users or processes trying to access the same data concurrently.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another transaction or program is currently accessing the table, leading to a lock.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold a lock on the table longer than expected.
  Deadlocks: In some cases, two or more processes may be waiting for each other to release locks, causing a deadlock situation.
  Database Locking Mechanism: The underlying database may have its own locking mechanisms that can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: Often, the simplest solution is to wait for the other process to complete and then retry the operation.
  Identify the Locking Process:
  
  Use transaction codes like SM12 (to view and manage locks) to identify which user or process is holding the lock.
  You can also use SM21 (System Log) to check for any related error messages.
  
  
  Terminate the Locking Process: If the locking process is identified and it is safe to do so, you can terminate it using SM12. However, be cautious as this may lead to data inconsistency.
  Optimize Long-Running Transactions: Review and optimize any long-running transactions to minimize the time they hold locks.
  Check for Deadlocks: If you suspect a deadlock, you may need to analyze the processes involved and resolve the deadlock situation.
  Consult Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team to investigate further, especially if it involves database-level locks.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage locks.
  SM21: System log for error messages.
  ST22: Dump analysis, in case of ABAP runtime errors.
  SM37: Job monitoring, to check for background jobs that may be causing locks.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to locking mechanisms.
  Performance Monitoring: Regularly monitor system performance and locking behavior to prevent future occurrences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the FRE403 error effectively.