How To Fix M5714 - Processing terminated. Document tables could not be locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 714

• Message text: Processing terminated. Document tables could not be locked

What causes this issue?

The program tried to request locks for document tables. Despite
repeated attempts, the program could not obtain the required lock. The
most likely cause for this error is that users are still active in the
current client and are posting documents in the areas of WM and FI.

System Response

The program run is terminated due to the missing locks.

How to fix this error?

Restart the program as soon as you are sure that all users have
finished processing the affected documents.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M5714 - Processing terminated. Document tables could not be locked ?

  The SAP error message M5714, which states "Processing terminated. Document tables could not be locked," typically occurs during the processing of material documents in the Material Management (MM) module. This error indicates that the system was unable to lock the necessary database tables to perform the required operations, which can lead to transaction failures.
  Causes:
  
  Database Lock Conflicts: Another user or process may have locked the document tables that your transaction is trying to access. This can happen if multiple users are trying to process the same document simultaneously.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction takes too long to complete, it may hold locks longer than expected, causing subsequent transactions to fail.
  System Performance Issues: High system load or performance issues can lead to delays in acquiring locks.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the SAP system or database settings may lead to locking issues.
  Deadlocks: A deadlock situation may occur where two or more processes are waiting for each other to release locks.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Retry the Transaction: Often, simply retrying the transaction after a short wait can resolve the issue if it was caused by a temporary lock.
  Check for Active Sessions: Use transaction codes like SM12 (to check for locks) and SM21 (to check system logs) to identify if there are any active sessions holding locks on the document tables.
  Analyze Long-running Transactions: Use transaction ST22 (dump analysis) and SM37 (job monitoring) to identify any long-running transactions that may be causing locks.
  Increase Lock Timeout: If applicable, consider increasing the lock timeout settings in the SAP system to allow longer wait times for locks to be released.
  Database Performance Tuning: Work with your database administrator to ensure that the database is optimized for performance, which can help reduce locking issues.
  System Monitoring: Implement monitoring tools to keep track of system performance and locking issues, allowing for proactive management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (to view and manage locks), SM21 (to view system logs), and ST22 (to analyze dumps).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on best practices for processing documents to minimize the risk of lock conflicts.
  
  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 and resolution.