How To Fix /SCMB/TMDL002 - Order could not be locked

/SCMB/TMDL002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TMDL -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Order could not be locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TMDL002 - Order could not be locked ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TMDL002 Order could not be locked typically occurs in the context of the SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) module, particularly when dealing with order management and transaction processing. This error indicates that the system was unable to lock a specific order for processing, which is necessary to ensure data integrity and prevent concurrent modifications.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently accessing or modifying the order, leading to a lock conflict.
  System Performance Issues: High system load or performance issues may prevent the system from acquiring the necessary locks.
  Database Locking Mechanism: The underlying database may have locking mechanisms that are preventing access to the order.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SCM module that affect how locks are managed.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction takes too long to complete, it may hold locks longer than expected, causing other transactions to fail.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the error