How To Fix ICLE01204 - Error when locking

ICLE01204 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICLE01 - ICL Event, General Messages

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Error when locking

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICLE01204 - Error when locking ?

  The SAP error message ICLE01204 typically indicates that there is an issue with locking mechanisms in the SAP system, often related to the inability to lock a specific object or resource. This can occur in various contexts, such as during data processing, updates, or transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: The most common cause is that another user or process is currently accessing the same object, preventing your transaction from acquiring the necessary lock.
  Lock Table Overflow: The lock table may be full, which can happen if there are too many locks being held or if locks are not being released properly.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that affect how locks are managed.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database can also lead to locking issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for existing lock entries. You can identify if another user or process is holding the lock