How To Fix GG856 - The specified lock object & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 856

• Message text: The specified lock object & does not exist

What causes this issue?

Make sure to follow the naming convention when entering a lock object.
You can find a detailed description of the naming convention using
F1-help.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG856 - The specified lock object & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message GG856 indicates that a specified lock object does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when a program or transaction attempts to use a lock object that has not been defined in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Lock Object: The lock object specified in the program or transaction does not exist in the database.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the name of the lock object being referenced.
  Transport Issues: The lock object may not have been transported correctly from the development environment to the production environment.
  Deletion: The lock object may have been deleted or not activated in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Object Definition:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the lock object exists.
  Enter the name of the lock object and see if it is defined.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Verify the spelling of the lock object name in the program or transaction. Ensure that it matches the defined lock object.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the lock object was recently created or modified, ensure that it has been transported correctly to the target system.
  Check the transport logs for any errors related to the lock object.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Activate Lock Object:
  
  If the lock object does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction SE11.
  If it exists but is not activated, activate it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific program or transaction that is generating the error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Lock Objects: Lock objects in SAP are used to manage concurrent access to data. They ensure that data integrity is maintained when multiple users or processes attempt to access the same data simultaneously.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary for checking and creating lock objects.
  SE80: Object Navigator for viewing and managing various objects in SAP.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message GG856.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.