How To Fix PMMO_MM_INTEGRATION003 - Could not set an exclusive lock to stock segment of material document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PMMO_MM_INTEGRATION - Messages for PMMO Integration with MM-IM

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Could not set an exclusive lock to stock segment of material document

What causes this issue?

The system tried to set locks for stock segments on the plant, material,
WBS element and batch level.
Repeated lock attempts (10) failed to acquire the desired locks.

System Response

MIGO processing will not continue.

How to fix this error?

Try to post the goods movement later.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PMMO_MM_INTEGRATION003 - Could not set an exclusive lock to stock segment of material document ?

  The SAP error message PMMO_MM_INTEGRATION003 indicates that the system could not set an exclusive lock on the stock segment of a material document. This typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) and Production Planning (PP) when there are issues related to locking mechanisms in the database.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another process or user is currently accessing the same material document, preventing your transaction from obtaining an exclusive lock.
  Long-running Transactions: A transaction that is taking too long to complete may hold the lock longer than expected, causing subsequent transactions to fail.
  Database Lock Table Issues: The database lock table may be full or experiencing issues, leading to locking problems.
  System Performance Issues: High system load or performance issues can lead to delays in lock acquisition.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Concurrent Users: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for existing locks on the material document. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can release them (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is held by a legitimate process, wait for that process to complete and then retry your transaction.
  Optimize Long-running Transactions: Review and optimize any long-running transactions that may be holding locks unnecessarily.
  System Monitoring: Monitor system performance and database locks using transaction codes like SM21 (System Log) and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to identify any underlying issues.
  Database Administration: If the issue persists, consult with your database administrator to check for any issues with the lock table or database performance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage locks.
  SM21: View system logs for errors and warnings.
  ST22: Analyze dumps for any runtime errors.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to locking issues for any patches or updates that may address the problem.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on locking mechanisms and best practices for managing concurrent access in MM and PP modules.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.