How To Fix RS009 - Report assignments locked by user &. Therefore no display.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS - BRST Reporting Support Tools: Communication Handler

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Report assignments locked by user &. Therefore no display.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS009 - Report assignments locked by user &. Therefore no display. ?

  The SAP error message "RS009 Report assignments locked by user &. Therefore no display." typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when a user tries to access a report or query that is currently locked by another user. This locking mechanism is in place to prevent data inconsistencies and ensure that reports are not modified while they are being accessed or processed.
  Cause:
  
  User Locking: Another user has opened the report or query in a way that locks it for editing or viewing.
  Long-Running Processes: A long-running process or query execution might be holding the lock.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, a user may have an active session that is not properly closed, leading to a lock.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP BW system may lead to locking issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Locking User: Check who is currently locking the report. The error message usually indicates the user who has the lock. You can use transaction code SM12 to view and manage locks in the system.
  
  
  Contact the Locking User: If possible, contact the user who is locking the report and ask them to close it or finish their work.
  
  
  Release the Lock: If the locking user is unavailable or if the lock is due to a session issue, you may need to release the lock manually. This can be done in transaction SM12 by selecting the relevant lock entry and deleting it. Be cautious when doing this, as it may disrupt the work of the locking user.
  
  
  Check for Long-Running Queries: If a query is taking too long to execute, check the process in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) to see if it can be canceled or if it has completed.
  
  
  Review System Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the system configuration and user access settings to ensure that they are optimized for your environment.
  
  
  Restart the Session: If the issue persists, try logging out and logging back into the SAP system to reset your session.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs and processes.
  ST22: To check for dumps that might indicate underlying issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to locking mechanisms in your specific version of SAP BW/BI.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly open and close reports to minimize locking issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RS009 error and access the report as needed.