How To Fix /SAPCE/IURU185 - DB table &1 with key &2 and value '&3' is locked by user &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCE/IURU -

• Message number: 185

• Message text: DB table &1 with key &2 and value '&3' is locked by user &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/IURU185 - DB table &1 with key &2 and value '&3' is locked by user &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCE/IURU185 indicates that a database table (specified by &1) is locked by a user (specified by &4) for a specific key (specified by &2) and value (specified by &3). This typically occurs when a user is performing an operation that requires exclusive access to a particular record in the database, and another user or process is already holding a lock on that record.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same record in the database table simultaneously.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold a lock on the record longer than expected.
  Uncommitted Changes: If a user has made changes to a record but has not yet committed those changes, the record remains locked.
  Deadlocks: In some cases, a deadlock situation may arise where two or more processes are waiting for each other to release locks.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Locking User: Use transaction SM12 to view the list of locks in the system. You can filter by the user ID (&4) to find the specific lock.
  Release the Lock: If the locking user is not actively working on the transaction, you can manually delete the lock entry from SM12. However, be cautious with this approach, as it may lead to data inconsistency if the user is in the middle of a critical operation.
  Communicate with the User: If possible, communicate with the user holding the lock to understand their actions and determine if they can release the lock by completing or rolling back their transaction.
  Optimize Transactions: Review the processes that lead to locking and optimize them to reduce the duration of locks. This may involve breaking down long transactions into smaller, more manageable ones.
  Implement Lock Management Strategies: Consider implementing strategies such as optimistic locking or using background jobs for long-running processes to minimize locking issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM21: To check system logs for any related issues.
  ST22: To check for dumps that may indicate underlying issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to locking in your version of SAP.
  Performance Monitoring: Use transaction ST04 to monitor database performance and locking behavior.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the locking issue indicated by the error message /SAPCE/IURU185.