How To Fix OT245 - Info DB object for package &1 is locked by user &2 in system &3

OT245 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OT - SAP Online Correction Support (SOCS)

• Message number: 245

• Message text: Info DB object for package &1 is locked by user &2 in system &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OT245 - Info DB object for package &1 is locked by user &2 in system &3 ?

  The SAP error message OT245 indicates that a database object associated with a specific package is locked by a user in a particular system. This typically occurs when a user is performing operations that require exclusive access to a database object, such as a table or a view, and another user tries to access or modify that object simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  
  User Lock: The most common cause is that a user has locked the database object while performing a transaction or operation. This can happen during development, testing, or even in production environments.
  Long-Running Transactions: If a transaction takes a long time to complete, it can hold locks on database objects longer than expected.
  Development Activities: In development environments, developers may lock objects while making changes or testing new functionalities.
  System Issues: Occasionally, system issues or bugs can lead to locks not being released properly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Locking User: Use transaction code SM12 to view the list