How To Fix MA053 - System error during locking attempt

MA053 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 053

• Message text: System error during locking attempt

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA053 - System error during locking attempt ?

  The SAP error message MA053, which states "System error during locking attempt," typically occurs when there is an issue with the locking mechanism in the SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, particularly when multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously.
  Causes:
  
  Database Lock Conflicts: The most common cause is a conflict in database locks. If one user or process has locked a record, another user trying to access or modify that record may encounter this error.
  System Performance Issues: High system load or performance issues can lead to timeouts or failures in the locking mechanism.
  Network Issues: Temporary network issues can disrupt the communication between the application server and the database, leading to locking errors.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or database can also lead to locking problems.
  Transport Issues: If there are ongoing transports or changes being applied to the system,