How To Fix RSPLS_CR104 - PPM selections for InfoProvider '&1': Buffer is locked

RSPLS_CR104 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLS_CR - Messages on Characteristic Relationships/Data Slices

• Message number: 104

• Message text: PPM selections for InfoProvider '&1': Buffer is locked

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RSPLS_CR104 - Details

• The SAP error message RSPLS_CR104 indicates that there is a locking issue with the buffer for the specified InfoProvider in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error typically occurs when multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously, leading to a conflict.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: The buffer for the InfoProvider is locked because another user or process is currently accessing it. This can happen during data loading, reporting, or when executing queries.
  Long-Running Processes: If a data load or query execution takes a long time, it can hold the lock for an extended period, preventing other processes from accessing the buffer.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations or settings in the BW system may lead to locking issues, especially if the system is not optimized for concurrent access.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: Often, the simplest solution is to wait for a few moments and then