How To Fix SCTS_AIM074 - Lock mode warning (&2 <-> &3) for table &1 with configuration task &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTS_AIM - Messages for the AIM meta data repository

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Lock mode warning (&2 <-> &3) for table &1 with configuration task &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTS_AIM074 - Lock mode warning (&2 <-> &3) for table &1 with configuration task &4 ?

  The SAP error message SCTS_AIM074 indicates a lock mode warning for a specific table during a configuration task. This warning typically arises in the context of the SAP Change and Transport System (CTS) when there are conflicting lock modes for a database table being accessed by different processes or tasks.
  Cause:
  The warning message SCTS_AIM074 is triggered when:
  
  Two or more processes are trying to access the same database table with incompatible lock modes.
  A configuration task is attempting to modify a table that is currently locked by another task or process.
  There may be a long-running transaction that has locked the table, preventing other tasks from acquiring the necessary locks.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this warning, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Locking Process:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the table mentioned in the error message. Look for entries related to the table &1 and see which user or process is holding the lock.
  
  
  
  Release the Lock:
  
  If you identify a process that is holding a lock unnecessarily, you can either wait for it to complete or, if appropriate, you can manually delete the lock entry from SM12. Be cautious with this step, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the locking process is still active.
  
  
  
  Check for Long-Running Transactions:
  
  Use transaction code SM50 or SM66 to monitor active processes and identify any long-running transactions that may be causing the lock.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Tasks:
  
  Ensure that configuration tasks are not overlapping in a way that causes lock conflicts. If possible, schedule tasks to run sequentially rather than concurrently.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific warning or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart may help clear locks, but this should be done with caution and typically as a last resort.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage locks.
  SM50: Monitor active processes.
  SM66: Monitor global processes.
  
  
  
  Lock Modes:
  
  Understand the different lock modes (e.g., shared, exclusive) and how they affect database access.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on the Change and Transport System and handling locks.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the lock mode warning and ensure that your configuration tasks can proceed without issues.