How To Fix PSM_S4C_FM_AVC008 - Shared locks cannot be retrieved.

PSM_S4C_FM_AVC008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSM_S4C_FM_AVC - PSM AVC Messages

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Shared locks cannot be retrieved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSM_S4C_FM_AVC008 - Shared locks cannot be retrieved. ?

  The SAP error message PSM_S4C_FM_AVC008 indicates that shared locks cannot be retrieved. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Financial Management (FM) module, particularly when dealing with budget control and availability checks.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Lock Conflicts: Another transaction or process may be holding a lock on the resource you are trying to access. This can happen if multiple users or processes are trying to access the same budget or financial data simultaneously.
  
  
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent locks from being retrieved properly.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system related to budget control or availability checks can lead to this error.
  
  
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues can also lead to problems with lock management.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Lock Entries:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for existing lock entries.