How To Fix RSO291 - InfoPackage &1 is locked. Data was not loaded.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO - BW Repository

• Message number: 291

• Message text: InfoPackage &1 is locked. Data was not loaded.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO291 - InfoPackage &1 is locked. Data was not loaded. ?

  The SAP error message RSO291 indicates that an InfoPackage is locked, which prevents data from being loaded into the Data Warehouse. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Active Load Process: The InfoPackage might be currently in use by another data load process. If a data load is already running, the InfoPackage will be locked until that process completes.
  Manual Locking: The InfoPackage may have been manually locked by a user or administrator to prevent data loading during maintenance or other operations.
  Failed Load: If a previous data load attempt failed, the InfoPackage might remain locked until the issue is resolved.
  System Issues: There could be underlying system issues or inconsistencies that are causing the lock.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Active Processes: 
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1) and check if there are any active data load processes using the InfoPackage. If so, wait for the process to complete.
  
  
  
  Unlock the InfoPackage:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually unlock the InfoPackage. This can typically be done in the InfoPackage maintenance screen.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SM12 to check for locks and remove them if necessary. Look for locks related to the InfoPackage and delete them if they are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  Review the logs of the previous data load attempts to identify any errors that may have caused the lock. You can find this in the Data Load Monitor (transaction code RSMO).
  Resolve any issues that are causing the load to fail.
  
  
  
  System Restart: 
  
  In some cases, a system restart may be necessary to clear any lingering locks or issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of your SAP system for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSMO: Data Load Monitor
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to your version of SAP BW or the InfoPackage in question.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to unlock InfoPackages and manage data loads.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the RSO291 error.