How To Fix ORF1013 - Database table & can not be locked (SY-SUBRC = & )

ORF1013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ORF1 - Spare Parts Stock Calculation

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Database table & can not be locked (SY-SUBRC = & )

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ORF1013 - Database table & can not be locked (SY-SUBRC = & ) ?

  The SAP error message ORF1013 indicates that a database table cannot be locked, which is often related to issues with database access or contention. The message includes a return code (SY-SUBRC) that provides additional context about the error.
  
  Cause:
  
  Table Lock Contention: Another process or user may already have a lock on the database table you are trying to access. This can happen in environments with high concurrency.
  Database Issues: There may be underlying database issues, such as deadlocks or resource contention.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to lock the table.
  Long-Running Transactions: If a transaction is taking too long to complete, it may hold locks longer than expected, preventing other transactions from acquiring the lock.
  Database Configuration: Configuration settings in the database may be affecting locking behavior.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Existing Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 (for lock entries) to check if there are existing locks on the table. If you