How To Fix RSBM047 - Delta management of InfoProvider & is currently locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBM - Messages affecting data marts.

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Delta management of InfoProvider & is currently locked

What causes this issue?

You tried to invalidate the delta update of the DataStore
object/InfoCube &V1&. The delta management is, however, temporarily
locked by an extraction process.

System Response

The initialization selections cannot be deleted.

How to fix this error?

Delete the initialization selections if the extraction process is
closed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBM047 - Delta management of InfoProvider & is currently locked ?

  The SAP error message RSBM047 indicates that the delta management of an InfoProvider is currently locked. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there are issues related to delta data extraction or when the InfoProvider is being accessed or modified by another process.
  Cause:
  
  Ongoing Data Load: The most common cause is that a data load process is currently running, which locks the InfoProvider to prevent data inconsistencies.
  Long-Running Processes: If a previous data load or process is taking too long, it may hold the lock longer than expected.
  Manual Locking: Sometimes, locks can be manually set by users or administrators for maintenance purposes.
  System Errors: Occasionally, system errors or crashes can leave locks in place that need to be cleared.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Running Processes: Use transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check if there are any active data load jobs that are currently running. If you find a job that is stuck, you may need to terminate it.
  Release Locks: If you determine that the lock is no longer needed, you can release it using transaction SM12 (Display and Delete Locks). Be cautious when doing this, as releasing locks can lead to data inconsistencies if not handled properly.
  Monitor Delta Queue: Check the delta queue for the InfoProvider using transaction RSA7. If there are entries that are not being processed, you may need to investigate why they are stuck.
  Restart Data Load: If the data load process has failed or is stuck, you may need to restart it after resolving any underlying issues.
  System Health Check: Ensure that the system is healthy and that there are no underlying issues causing delays or locks. This may involve checking system performance, database locks, or other related issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  RSA7: Delta Queue Monitoring
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on delta management and troubleshooting data load issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to delta management and locking mechanisms.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.