How To Fix REXCES098 - IBI object &1 (&2 - &3) was already locked for recalculation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REXCES -

• Message number: 098

• Message text: IBI object &1 (&2 - &3) was already locked for recalculation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REXCES098 - IBI object &1 (&2 - &3) was already locked for recalculation ?

  The SAP error message REXCES098 indicates that an IBI (Information Base Interface) object is already locked for recalculation. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when multiple processes attempt to access or modify the same object simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Processes: The most common cause of this error is that another process is already recalculating or modifying the same IBI object. This can happen if multiple users or jobs are trying to access the same data at the same time.
  Long-Running Jobs: If a job that recalculates the IBI object is taking longer than expected, it can lead to this error for subsequent jobs or users trying to access the same object.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. When an object is locked for recalculation, other processes are prevented from accessing it until the lock is released.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the current process to complete. Once the recalculation is finished, the lock will be released, and you can try your operation again.
  Check Running Jobs: Use transaction codes like SM37 to check for any running jobs that might be locking the IBI object. If you find a job that is taking too long, you may need to investigate why it is delayed.
  Identify the Lock: You can use transaction SM12 to view and manage locks. This will help you identify which user or process is holding the lock on the IBI object.
  Terminate Long-Running Jobs: If a job is stuck and not progressing, you may need to terminate it. However, be cautious with this approach, as it can lead to data inconsistencies if not handled properly.
  Review Scheduling: If this error occurs frequently, consider reviewing the scheduling of jobs that access the same IBI object to avoid conflicts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM12: Lock Entries
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on locking mechanisms and best practices for managing concurrent processes.
  Performance Tuning: If this issue is recurrent, it may be worth looking into performance tuning of the jobs or processes that access the IBI object to reduce the likelihood of conflicts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the REXCES098 error and manage the locking of IBI objects more effectively.