How To Fix S#583 - Locking all users is currently not possible (locked by &1)

S#583 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S# -

• Message number: 583

• Message text: Locking all users is currently not possible (locked by &1)

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S#583 - Details

• The SAP error message S#583, which states "Locking all users is currently not possible (locked by &1)," typically occurs when an attempt is made to lock all users in the SAP system, but the operation cannot be completed because another user or process is currently holding a lock on the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Lock: The error indicates that there is an existing lock on the system, which is held by another user or process. This could be due to a user being logged in or a background job that is currently running.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations or settings in the SAP system may prevent the locking of all users if specific conditions are not met.
  User Sessions: If there are active user sessions that are not properly terminated, they may hold locks that prevent the operation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Lock Holder: Check who is holding the lock. The message will typically indicate the user or process