How To Fix /ISDFPS/LM_STB_APP563 - Lock error: Lock for master equipment &1 cannot be set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/LM_STB_APP -

• Message number: 563

• Message text: Lock error: Lock for master equipment &1 cannot be set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/LM_STB_APP563 - Lock error: Lock for master equipment &1 cannot be set ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/LM_STB_APP563 indicates a lock error related to a master equipment in the SAP system. This typically occurs when multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same piece of equipment simultaneously, leading to a conflict in locking mechanisms.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: The most common cause is that another user or process is currently editing or has locked the master equipment you are trying to access.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction is taking too long to complete, it may hold the lock longer than expected, preventing others from accessing the equipment.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the locking mechanism in the SAP system.
  Database Locks: Sometimes, database-level locks can also cause this issue if the underlying database is experiencing contention.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for a few moments and then retrying the operation may resolve the issue.
  Check for Active Sessions: