How To Fix NRSCNV100 - InfoProvider &1 cannot be locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NRSCNV - Message class

• Message number: 100

• Message text: InfoProvider &1 cannot be locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NRSCNV100 - InfoProvider &1 cannot be locked ?

  The SAP error message NRSCNV100 indicates that the specified InfoProvider cannot be locked. This typically occurs in the context of data modeling or data extraction processes in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA environments. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently accessing or modifying the InfoProvider, preventing it from being locked.
  Long-Running Transactions: A long-running transaction may be holding the lock on the InfoProvider, causing subsequent requests to fail.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues or settings that prevent the locking mechanism from functioning correctly.
  Database Locks: Database-level locks may be preventing access to the InfoProvider.
  Transport Requests: If the InfoProvider is part of a transport request, it may be locked during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Active Sessions: Use transaction codes like SM12 (for lock entries) to check if there are any active sessions that are locking the InfoProvider. If you find any, you may need to terminate those sessions if appropriate.
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is due to a long-running transaction, it may be best to wait for that transaction to complete and then retry your operation.
  Review Background Jobs: Check if there are any background jobs running that might be accessing the InfoProvider. You can use transaction SM37 to monitor background jobs.
  System Restart: In some cases, a system restart may be necessary to clear any persistent locks, but this should be done with caution and typically as a last resort.
  Check Transport Requests: If the InfoProvider is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is completed and that the InfoProvider is not locked due to the transport process.
  Consult Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult your SAP Basis team for further investigation, especially if it involves database-level locks or system configuration issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  SE11: To check the structure of the InfoProvider.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to locking InfoProviders.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to InfoProviders and locking mechanisms in BW or HANA for more detailed insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the NRSCNV100 error effectively.