How To Fix SCTS_HDI563 - HDI container &1 locked by &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTS_HDI - Messages for CTS HDI API

• Message number: 563

• Message text: HDI container &1 locked by &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTS_HDI563 - HDI container &1 locked by &2 ?

  The SAP error message SCTS_HDI563 indicates that an HDI (HANA Deployment Infrastructure) container is locked by another user or process. This typically occurs when a user or process is currently performing an operation on the HDI container, preventing other users from making changes or accessing it.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently accessing or modifying the HDI container.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that is taking a long time to complete may lock the container.
  Manual Locking: The container may have been manually locked by an administrator or through a specific operation.
  System Issues: There may be underlying system issues or bugs causing the lock.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is due to another user or process, waiting for the operation to complete may resolve the issue. You can retry the operation after some time.
  Identify the Locking Process: Use the SAP HANA Studio or SQL commands to identify which user or process is holding the lock. You can run the following SQL command to check for locks:
  SELECT * FROM M_Locks WHERE OBJECT_NAME = '<your_container_name>';
  
  Terminate the Locking Session: If you have the necessary permissions and it is safe to do so, you can terminate the session that is holding the lock. This can be done using the following SQL command:
  KILL <session_id>;
  Be cautious with this approach, as it may lead to data inconsistency or loss if the session is performing critical operations.
  
  Check for Long-Running Transactions: Investigate if there are any long-running transactions that need to be addressed. You can use the following SQL command to check for long-running transactions:
  SELECT * FROM M_TRANSACTIONS WHERE DURATION > <threshold>;
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify or resolve the locking issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP HANA documentation for more details on HDI containers and locking mechanisms.
  Monitoring Tools: Utilize SAP HANA monitoring tools to keep track of sessions and locks in real-time.
  Best Practices: Implement best practices for managing HDI containers, such as avoiding long-running transactions and ensuring proper session management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the HDI container lock.