How To Fix /SCWM/MONITOR224 - Processor &1: Operation failed (processor is locked)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/MONITOR -

• Message number: 224

• Message text: Processor &1: Operation failed (processor is locked)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/MONITOR224 - Processor &1: Operation failed (processor is locked) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/MONITOR224 Processor &1: Operation failed (processor is locked) typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that a specific processor (which could be a background job or a specific task) is currently locked and cannot be accessed or modified until it is released.
  
  Cause:
  
  Locked Processor: The processor is locked due to an ongoing operation or a previous operation that did not complete successfully.
  Concurrency Issues: Multiple processes may be trying to access the same resource simultaneously, leading to a lock.
  System Errors: An unexpected error or crash in the system may have left the processor in a locked state.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction takes too long to complete, it may lead to a lock on the processor.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction codes like SM12 (to view and manage locks) to identify which user or process is holding the lock on the processor.
  Release the Lock: