How To Fix KF213 - Lock unsuccessful -> Update record again

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KF -

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Lock unsuccessful -> Update record again

What causes this issue?

To keep a consistent dataset in reports, it is necessary to lock CO-PA
for postings temporarily. User &V1& is currently locking CO-PA.

System Response

The system could not set the lock because it took too long.
This may occur because the system is overloaded.

How to fix this error?

Try posting the data again.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KF213 - Lock unsuccessful -> Update record again ?

  The SAP error message KF213 "Lock unsuccessful -> Update record again" typically occurs in the context of data updates in SAP, particularly when there is an attempt to update a record that is currently locked by another user or process. This can happen in various modules, including SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or during data entry in SAP ERP systems.
  
  Cause:
  
  Record Locking: The most common cause of this error is that the record you are trying to update is currently locked by another user or transaction. SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies when multiple users attempt to modify the same data simultaneously.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction takes too long to complete, it may hold locks longer than expected, causing other users to encounter this error.
  Batch Jobs: Background jobs or batch processes that are running and holding locks on the records can also lead to this error.
  Network Issues: Sometimes, network