How To Fix SFW242 - Error during switch activation: Exclusive lock not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SFW - Messages for Switch Framework

• Message number: 242

• Message text: Error during switch activation: Exclusive lock not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SFW242 - Error during switch activation: Exclusive lock not possible ?

  The SAP error message SFW242, which states "Error during switch activation: Exclusive lock not possible," typically occurs during the activation of a switch in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to obtain an exclusive lock on the relevant objects or resources needed for the switch activation process. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Processes: Another process or user might be holding a lock on the same object that the switch activation is trying to access.
  Long-running Transactions: A long-running transaction or background job may be preventing the lock from being acquired.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues or inconsistencies in the system that are preventing the lock from being obtained.
  Database Locks: Database-level locks might be in place that are preventing the switch activation from proceeding.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check for Active Locks:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for active locks in the system.