How To Fix LTR2_BASIS024 - Lock request for &1 failed after 10 attempts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LTR2_BASIS - LTR2 Basis Messages

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Lock request for &1 failed after 10 attempts

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LTR2_BASIS024 - Lock request for &1 failed after 10 attempts ?

  The SAP error message LTR2_BASIS024 indicates that a lock request for a specific object (denoted by &1) has failed after 10 attempts. This typically occurs in scenarios where a resource is being accessed concurrently by multiple processes, leading to contention for the lock.
  Causes:
  
  High Contention: Multiple users or processes are trying to access the same resource simultaneously, causing lock contention.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that holds a lock for an extended period can prevent other transactions from acquiring the lock.
  Deadlocks: Situations where two or more transactions are waiting for each other to release locks, leading to a deadlock.
  Improper Lock Management: Issues in the application logic that lead to locks not being released properly.
  Database Performance Issues: Slow database performance can lead to delays in lock acquisition and release.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Identify the Lock Holder: Use transaction codes like SM12 (to view lock entries) and SM21 (to check system logs) to identify which user or process is holding the lock.
  Analyze Long-Running Transactions: Check for transactions that are taking too long and investigate why they are not completing. You can use transaction SM66 to monitor active processes.
  Increase Lock Wait Time: If appropriate, you can increase the number of attempts or the wait time for locks in the system configuration, but this is generally a workaround rather than a solution.
  Optimize Application Logic: Review the application code to ensure that locks are acquired and released properly and that transactions are kept as short as possible.
  Database Tuning: Ensure that the database is optimized for performance, which can help reduce the time locks are held.
  Deadlock Resolution: Implement deadlock detection and resolution strategies in your application logic to prevent deadlocks from occurring.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM21: System log for monitoring system messages.
  SM66: Global work process overview to monitor active processes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to lock management and performance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on lock management and performance tuning for best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.