How To Fix PPEARCHACT081 - Relation &1 is currently locked by &2

PPEARCHACT081 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEARCHACT - Messages for the archiving of process structures

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Relation &1 is currently locked by &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEARCHACT081 - Relation &1 is currently locked by &2 ?

  The SAP error message PPEARCHACT081 indicates that a specific relation (usually a database table or object) is currently locked by another user or process. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when multiple users are trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently accessing or modifying the relation, leading to a lock.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold a lock on the relation for an extended period.
  Deadlocks: In some cases, deadlocks can occur where two or more processes are waiting for each other to release locks.
  System Processes: Background jobs or system processes may also hold locks on certain relations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for a few moments and then retrying the operation may resolve the issue.
  Identify the Locking User/Process:
  Use transaction SM12 to view and manage locks. You can see which user