How To Fix SHTTP011 - ICFRECORD entry &1 locked by user &2 (&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHTTP - Messages for Development Class SHTTP

• Message number: 011

• Message text: ICFRECORD entry &1 locked by user &2 (&3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SHTTP011 - ICFRECORD entry &1 locked by user &2 (&3) ?

  The SAP error message SHTTP011 indicates that an ICF (Internet Communication Framework) record is locked by a specific user. This typically occurs when a user is trying to access or modify an ICF service that is currently locked by another user. The message format is as follows:
  ICFRECORD entry &1 locked by user &2 (&3)
  Where:
  
  &1 is the identifier of the ICF record (service).
  &2 is the user ID of the user who has locked the record.
  &3 is the session ID or additional information related to the lock.
  
  Cause
  The locking of an ICF record can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently editing or accessing the ICF service.
  Session Timeout: A previous session may not have released the lock due to a timeout or an unexpected termination.
  System Error: An error in the system may have caused the lock to persist.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Locking User: Check who is currently locking the ICF record. You can do this by using transaction SM12 (Lock Entries) to find the user and session that is holding the lock.
  
  
  Release the Lock: If the locking user is not actively using the session, you can manually delete the lock entry in transaction SM12. Be cautious when doing this, as it may disrupt the work of the user who holds the lock.
  
  
  Wait for Automatic Release: If the lock is due to a temporary session, it may be released automatically after a certain period. You can wait for this to happen if immediate access is not critical.
  
  
  Check for System Errors: If you suspect that the lock is due to a system error, check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors and address them accordingly.
  
  
  Contact the User: If possible, communicate with the user who has locked the record to see if they can release it or if they are still working on it.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  ICF Services: ICF services are used to expose SAP functionality over HTTP/S. They are crucial for web-based applications and services.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM21: To check system logs for errors.
  SICF: To manage ICF services.
  
  
  User Management: Ensure that users are aware of proper procedures for accessing and modifying ICF services to minimize locking issues.
  
  If the problem persists or if you encounter frequent locking issues, it may be beneficial to review user training or system configurations to improve the handling of ICF services.