How To Fix S_ILM_DAS_COMMAND005 - Resource &2 in collection with ID &2 is locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_ILM_DAS_COMMAND - ILM SRS: Messages for SRS Commands

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Resource &2 in collection with ID &2 is locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_ILM_DAS_COMMAND005 - Resource &2 in collection with ID &2 is locked ?

  The SAP error message S_ILM_DAS_COMMAND005 indicates that a resource in a collection is locked, which prevents certain operations from being performed on that resource. This error typically occurs in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) when trying to access or modify a collection that is currently locked.
  Cause:
  The locking of a resource in a collection can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Ongoing Processes: Another process or user might be currently accessing or modifying the resource, leading to a lock.
  System Maintenance: The system might be undergoing maintenance or updates that temporarily lock certain resources.
  Transaction Management: If a transaction is not completed or is in a pending state, it can lead to locks on the resources involved.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Active Sessions: Use transaction codes like SM12 (to check for locks) and SM21 (to check system logs) to identify if there are any active sessions or processes that are holding locks on the resource.
  
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is due to a temporary process, waiting for a few moments and then retrying the operation may resolve the issue.
  
  
  Release Locks: If you identify a session that is holding a lock unnecessarily, you can manually release the lock using transaction SM12. However, be cautious when doing this, as it may affect other users or processes.
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs: If there are background jobs running that might be locking the resource, you can check them using transaction SM37 and see if they can be canceled or if they are expected to complete soon.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or notes related to ILM and the specific collection you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (lock entries), SM21 (system log), and SM37 (job monitoring).
  ILM Configuration: Ensure that your ILM configuration is set up correctly and that there are no misconfigurations that could lead to locking issues.
  User Permissions: Check if the user attempting the operation has the necessary permissions to access or modify the locked resource.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the locking issue associated with the SAP error message S_ILM_DAS_COMMAND005.