How To Fix MDQ_RULEMGMT_COMMON016 - Data quality evaluation &1 cannot be locked.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDQ_RULEMGMT_COMMON - MDQ Rule Management Common Messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Data quality evaluation &1 cannot be locked.

What causes this issue?

The master data quality evaluation &V1& cannot be locked, because
another user is editing the central rule repository in parallel.

System Response

The system cannot lock the master data quality evaluation &V1&.

How to fix this error?

You need to finalize the work on the central master data quality
business rule content before you can process the data quality
evaluation.

Procedure for System Administrators

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 MDQ_RULEMGMT_COMMON016 - Data quality evaluation &1 cannot be locked. ?

  The SAP error message MDQ_RULEMGMT_COMMON016 indicates that a data quality evaluation cannot be locked, which typically occurs when there is a conflict in accessing the data quality evaluation object. This can happen for several reasons, such as concurrent access by multiple users or processes, or issues with the underlying database.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently accessing or modifying the data quality evaluation, leading to a lock.
  Database Locking Issues: The database may have a lock on the object due to a previous transaction that did not complete successfully.
  Long-running Transactions: A long-running transaction may be holding the lock longer than expected.
  System Performance Issues: High system load or performance issues may lead to delays in releasing locks.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the error is due to concurrent access, waiting for a few moments and then retrying the operation may resolve the issue.
  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 data quality evaluation.
  Terminate Long-running Transactions: If you identify a transaction that is holding a lock for too long, you may need to terminate it using transaction SM50 or SM66 (for system-wide processes).
  Database Administration: If the issue persists, it may require intervention from a database administrator to check for any underlying database issues or locks.
  System Performance Monitoring: Monitor system performance to ensure that it is not overloaded, which can lead to locking issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12, SM21, SM50, and SM66 for monitoring locks and system performance.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data quality management and locking mechanisms to understand how locks are managed within the system.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.