How To Fix JBDVT091 - Requested variable transaction currently locked by user &3

JBDVT091 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JBDVT - Messages for Variable Transaction

• Message number: 091

• Message text: Requested variable transaction currently locked by user &3

What causes this issue?

Variable transaction &V1& in company code &V2& is locked by user &V3&.
The lock requested by an ENQUEUE function module cannot be granted.

System Response

The ENQUEUE function module creates an exception. If this exception is
not caught by the application program, it automatically leads to
termination of the current SAP transaction.
&ACTIVITY&
Check in the lock table to see which user or which transaction is
causing the lock (Tools -> Administration -> Monitor -> Lock entries).
If necessary, consult this user.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JBDVT091 - Requested variable transaction currently locked by user &3 ?

  The SAP error message JBDVT091 indicates that a requested variable transaction is currently locked by another user. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when multiple users attempt to access or modify the same data or transaction simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently accessing or modifying the same variable transaction, leading to a lock.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction may be taking longer than expected, causing the lock to persist.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to lock transactions for certain operations to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for a few moments and then retrying the operation may resolve the issue.
  Identify the Locking User: Use transaction codes like SM12 (for lock entries) to identify which user is holding the lock. You can then communicate with that user to determine if they can release the lock.
  Release the Lock: