How To Fix LSOPV790 - Participant &1 &2 is currently locked by &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LSOPV - Training Management (Copy of Message Class PV)

• Message number: 790

• Message text: Participant &1 &2 is currently locked by &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LSOPV790 - Participant &1 &2 is currently locked by &3 ?

  The SAP error message LSOPV790 indicates that a participant (identified by &1 and &2) is currently locked by another user or process (identified by &3). This typically occurs in scenarios where multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously, leading to a lock situation to prevent data inconsistencies.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently editing or processing the same participant data.
  System Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to ensure data integrity. When a user accesses a record, it may be locked to prevent other users from making changes until the first user completes their task.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction takes too long to complete, it may hold the lock longer than expected, causing other users to encounter this error.
  Unfinished Sessions: If a user has an unfinished session or has not properly logged out, it may leave the participant locked.
  
  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 the user or process that is holding the lock. You can check the lock entries and see which user is currently locking the participant.
  Contact the Locking User: If possible, communicate with the user who is holding the lock to see if they can complete their transaction or release the lock.
  Release the Lock: If the locking user is not available and the lock is no longer needed, an administrator can manually delete the lock entry using transaction SM12. However, this should be done with caution to avoid data inconsistencies.
  Review Transaction Performance: If locks are frequent, review the performance of the transactions that are causing the locks. Optimizing these transactions may reduce the occurrence of locks.
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may hold locks. Check if any background jobs are running that might be causing the lock.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Lock Management: Understanding how SAP handles locks can help in troubleshooting. Locks can be exclusive (preventing all other access) or shared (allowing read access).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (to view and manage lock entries), SM21 (to view system logs), and ST22 (to check for dumps).
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on proper session management to avoid leaving transactions open and causing unnecessary locks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the LSOPV790 error effectively.