How To Fix RZ376 - Error in lock management. Editing is continued without locking.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RZ - Messages for Computing Center Management System

• Message number: 376

• Message text: Error in lock management. Editing is continued without locking.

What causes this issue?

It is currently not possible to work with lock objects. It may be that
the instance definition for the enqueue server is not correct.
So that this can be corrected (if necessary), this transaction can
be continued without lock management.
Caution! It is essential that you check that noone else is working
with the same transaction.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RZ376 - Error in lock management. Editing is continued without locking. ?

  The SAP error message RZ376, which states "Error in lock management. Editing is continued without locking," typically indicates an issue with the lock management system in SAP. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when multiple users are trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously, leading to conflicts in the lock management.
  Causes:
  
  Lock Table Issues: The lock table may be full or not functioning correctly, preventing new locks from being created.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database can lead to issues with lock management.
  Network Issues: Network interruptions can cause communication problems between the application server and the database.
  User Conflicts: Multiple users trying to edit the same object or data at the same time can lead to lock conflicts.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to lock management issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Lock Table: Use transaction code SM12 to check for existing locks. If the lock table is full, you may need to release unnecessary locks.
  Monitor System Performance: Use transaction SM66 to monitor the system and check for any long-running processes that may be holding locks.
  Database Check: Ensure that the database is functioning correctly. Check for any database errors or performance issues.
  Review User Activity: Identify if multiple users are trying to access the same data and coordinate to avoid conflicts.
  Restart Application Server: In some cases, restarting the application server can resolve temporary lock management issues.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to lock management in the SAP system to ensure they are set correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage locks.
  SM21: Check system logs for any related errors.
  SM66: Monitor global work processes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to lock management errors. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on lock management to understand how it works and best practices for managing locks.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or consult SAP support for further assistance.