How To Fix /SEHS/DG_DG877 - Target data for table &1 (object '&2') locked

/SEHS/DG_DG877 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/DG_DG -

• Message number: 877

• Message text: Target data for table &1 (object '&2') locked

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/SEHS/DG_DG877 - Details

• The SAP error message /SEHS/DG_DG877 Target data for table &1 (object '&2') locked typically indicates that a specific table or object in the SAP system is currently locked, preventing further operations such as data updates or modifications. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during data migration, batch processing, or when multiple users are trying to access the same data simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently accessing or modifying the same data, leading to a lock.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold a lock on the data for an extended period.
  System Processes: Background jobs or system processes that are running may also lock the data.
  Manual Locks: Locks may have been manually set by an administrator or during a specific operation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Lock:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to view and manage locks in the system. You can check which user or process is