How To Fix RSO_RES_IOBJ004 - InfoObject &1: Lock handle failure

RSO_RES_IOBJ004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_RES_IOBJ - InfoObject Resource

• Message number: 004

• Message text: InfoObject &1: Lock handle failure

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RSO_RES_IOBJ004 - Details

• The SAP error message RSO_RES_IOBJ004, which indicates a "Lock handle failure" for an InfoObject, typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the locking mechanism used to manage concurrent access to InfoObjects. This can happen during data loading, reporting, or when performing administrative tasks.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Access: Multiple processes or users are trying to access or modify the same InfoObject simultaneously, leading to a lock contention.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that takes too long to complete may hold a lock longer than expected, causing other processes to fail when they attempt to access the same InfoObject.
  System Performance Issues: If the system is under heavy load or experiencing performance issues, it may not be able to manage locks effectively.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database, such as deadlocks or connection issues, can also lead to lock failures.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the BW system or in