How To Fix M5093 - Maintenance of applications currently locked; only possible to display

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M5 - LIS: Standard Analyses (Inventory Controlling Doc. Analysis)

• Message number: 093

• Message text: Maintenance of applications currently locked; only possible to display

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M5093 - Maintenance of applications currently locked; only possible to display ?

  The SAP error message M5093 indicates that the maintenance of applications is currently locked, and only display actions are permitted. This typically occurs when a transaction or application is being edited or modified by another user or process, preventing other users from making changes until the lock is released.
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: Another user is currently editing the application or transaction, which places a lock on it.
  System Lock: The system may have a lock due to a background job or a process that is currently running.
  Transaction in Use: The specific transaction or application is in use, and SAP prevents concurrent modifications to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If another user is editing the application, you may need to wait until they finish and release the lock. You can try again after some time.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for lock entries. You can see which user or process is holding the lock. If you have the necessary authorizations, you can delete the lock entry, but this should be done with caution as it may lead to data inconsistency.
  Contact the User: If you identify the user holding the lock, you can contact them to see if they can release it.
  System Administrator: If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance. They can investigate further and may have the ability to release locks or check for any background jobs causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs that might be causing locks.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Ensure that users are aware of the importance of releasing locks when they are done with their transactions.
  Regularly monitor and manage locks in the system to prevent prolonged locking issues.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on lock management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the M5093 error and understand its implications in your SAP environment.