How To Fix RSDA124 - Data archiving process &1 locked by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDA - BW Archiving: Messages

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Data archiving process &1 locked by user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDA124 - Data archiving process &1 locked by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSDA124 indicates that a data archiving process is currently locked by a specific user. This typically occurs when a user is performing an archiving operation, and another user attempts to start a new archiving process for the same data set.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: The primary cause of this error is that the archiving process is already being executed by another user. SAP locks the process to prevent data inconsistencies or corruption that could arise from multiple users trying to archive the same data simultaneously.
  Long-Running Processes: If the archiving process takes a long time to complete, it may lead to other users encountering this lock message when they try to initiate their own archiving tasks.
  User Session: Sometimes, a user may have left a session open, which can inadvertently keep the archiving process locked.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for Completion: The simplest solution is to wait until the current archiving process is completed. You can check the status of the archiving job in the SAP job monitoring transaction (e.g., SM37).
  Identify the User: If you need to proceed urgently, identify the user who is currently running the archiving process. You can do this by checking the job logs or using transaction SM50 to see active processes.
  Contact the User: If possible, contact the user who is running the archiving process and ask them to complete or terminate their job if it is safe to do so.
  Terminate the Job: If the job is stuck or taking too long, and you have the necessary authorizations, you can terminate the job using transaction SM37. Be cautious with this approach, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if not handled properly.
  Check for Locks: You can also check for locks in the system using transaction SM12 to see if there are any lingering locks that need to be released.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM50: Process Overview
  SM12: Lock Entries
  
  
  Archiving Process: Understand the archiving process in SAP, including how it works and the importance of proper job management.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations to perform archiving tasks to avoid unnecessary locks.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and job scheduling to prevent long-running jobs from blocking other necessary processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDA124 error and continue with your data archiving tasks.