How To Fix SCPR490 - Activation link table &1 lock error

SCPR490 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCPR - BC Sets

• Message number: 490

• Message text: Activation link table &1 lock error

What causes this issue?

You want to perform a BC Set activity which creates, changes or deletes
activation links. The system must lock the associated tables before
these database changes can be made. An error occurred while locking
table &V1&.

System Response

The activity cannot be performed.

How to fix this error?

Wait until this table is unlocked, or have it unlocked, and repeat your
action.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCPR490 - Activation link table &1 lock error ?

  The SAP error message SCPR490, which indicates an "Activation link table &1 lock error," typically occurs during the activation of a transport request or when trying to activate an object in the SAP system. This error is related to locking issues in the activation link table, which can prevent the system from processing the activation request.
  
  Cause:
  
  Locking Issues: The error usually arises when the activation link table is locked by another process or user. This can happen if another activation process is running concurrently or if a previous activation did not complete successfully.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction takes too long to complete, it may hold locks longer than expected, leading to this error.
  Database Issues: Sometimes, database locks or issues with the database itself can cause this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Active Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any active locks on the activation link table. If you find locks that are