How To Fix HREOP005 - Database table &1 cannot be locked (lock object &2)

HREOP005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HREOP - Messages for EOP PERNR check for Customer/Vendor

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Database table &1 cannot be locked (lock object &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HREOP005 - Database table &1 cannot be locked (lock object &2) ?

  The SAP error message HREOP005 indicates that a specific database table cannot be locked due to a lock object issue. This typically occurs in scenarios where multiple processes or users are trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously, leading to a conflict in locking mechanisms.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same table at the same time, which can lead to a lock conflict.
  Long-running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold a lock on the table, preventing other transactions from acquiring the necessary lock.
  Deadlocks: Situations where two or more transactions are waiting for each other to release locks can lead to this error.
  Lock Table Size: The lock table may be full, preventing new locks from being acquired.
  Database Issues: There may be underlying database issues or misconfigurations that affect locking behavior.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Lock Holders: Use transaction codes like SM12