How To Fix LVC073 - Cannot release enqueue lock

LVC073 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LVC - Error Texts for LiveCache Monitoring, Administration...

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Cannot release enqueue lock

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LVC073 - Details

• The SAP error message LVC073: Cannot release enqueue lock typically occurs when there is an issue with the enqueue lock mechanism in the SAP system. This error is often related to the handling of data in the SAP database, particularly when multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Access: Multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same data, leading to a conflict in the enqueue locks.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that takes too long to complete may hold onto an enqueue lock longer than expected, preventing other transactions from releasing it.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system issues, such as database connectivity problems or issues with the SAP application server.
  Lock Table Overflow: The lock table may be full, preventing new locks from being created or existing locks from being released.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Identify and Terminate Long-Running Transactions: Use transaction codes like SM12 to