How To Fix /PRA/PN137 - Lock held by &1 since &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/PN -

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Lock held by &1 since &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/PN137 - Lock held by &1 since &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/PN137 Lock held by &1 since &2 &3 indicates that a lock is being held by a specific user or process in the SAP system, which is preventing the current operation from proceeding. This type of error typically occurs in environments where multiple users or processes are trying to access the same resource simultaneously, leading to contention for locks.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently accessing the same data or resource, and it has acquired a lock on it.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that is taking longer than expected may hold a lock for an extended period, preventing others from accessing the same resource.
  Deadlocks: In some cases, a deadlock situation may arise where two or more processes are waiting for each other to release locks.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations or settings in the SAP system may lead to excessive locking behavior.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Lock Holder: Use transaction code SM12 to view the locks currently held in the system. You can filter by the user ID or other criteria to find the specific lock.
  Release the Lock: If the lock is held by a user who is no longer active or if the transaction is stuck, you may need to manually delete the lock entry from SM12. However, this should be done with caution, as it may lead to data inconsistencies.
  Communicate with Users: If the lock is held by another user, communicate with them to understand if they can release the lock or if they are still working on the transaction.
  Optimize Transactions: Review the transactions that are causing locks to ensure they are optimized and do not hold locks longer than necessary.
  Monitor System Performance: Regularly monitor system performance and locking behavior to identify patterns that may lead to locking issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage locks.
  SM21: Check system logs for any related errors or warnings.
  ST22: Analyze dumps that may provide insight into issues causing locks.
  SM37: Monitor background jobs that may be holding locks.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to locking behavior in your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on locking mechanisms and best practices for managing locks in the system.
  
  
  Always ensure that any actions taken to resolve locking issues are in line with your organization's policies and procedures, especially when it comes to manually releasing locks.