How To Fix LM086 - Limit Management: Error occurred in lock management

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LM - Treasury: Limit Management

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Limit Management: Error occurred in lock management

What causes this issue?

An error occurred in lock management in the limit system.

How to fix this error?

This is a program error. Inform SAP.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LM086 - Limit Management: Error occurred in lock management ?

  The SAP error message LM086, which states "Limit Management: Error occurred in lock management," typically occurs in the context of limit management processes within SAP, particularly in modules related to financial management, such as credit management or risk management. This error is often associated with issues in the locking mechanism that SAP uses to ensure data integrity during concurrent processing.
  Causes:
  
  Lock Conflicts: The most common cause of this error is a conflict in lock management, where multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database, such as deadlocks or issues with the database connection, can also lead to this error.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues can cause delays in lock management, leading to timeouts and errors.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system related to limit management or lock management can also trigger this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for existing lock entries. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can delete them (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  Review User Activity: Identify if multiple users are trying to access the same data simultaneously. If possible, coordinate user activities to avoid conflicts.
  System Performance Monitoring: Monitor system performance using transaction codes like ST22 (dump analysis) and SM21 (system log) to identify any underlying issues that may be affecting lock management.
  Database Health Check: Perform a health check on the database to ensure there are no issues such as deadlocks or connection problems.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to limit management and lock management to ensure they are set up correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (lock entries), SM21 (system log), ST22 (dump analysis), and SM37 (job monitoring) to help diagnose and resolve issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to limit management and lock management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.