How To Fix RM167 - System locking error

RM167 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 167

• Message text: System locking error

What causes this issue?

The blocking of objects failed as a system error occurred.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Try to execute the function again later.
If necessary, inform your system administration.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

RM167 - Details

• The SAP error message RM167, which indicates a "System locking error," typically occurs when there is an issue with the locking mechanism in the SAP system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during data processing, updates, or when multiple users are trying to access the same data simultaneously.
  Causes of RM167 System Locking Error:
  
  Concurrent Access: Multiple users or processes trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously can lead to locking conflicts.
  Long-Running Transactions: If a transaction takes too long to complete, it may hold locks longer than necessary, causing other transactions to fail.
  Deadlocks: Situations where two or more transactions are waiting for each other to release locks can lead to deadlocks, resulting in locking errors.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database, such as performance issues or configuration problems, can also lead to locking errors.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the SAP system or database settings can lead to locking