How To Fix SIC_NORM_CONFIG037 - Attribute normalizing rules locked by user &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIC_NORM_CONFIG - Message for Configurtion of Normalization Service

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Attribute normalizing rules locked by user &1

What causes this issue?

To ensure that the attribute normalizing rules are consistent, you may
not change them during maintenance.

System Response

You may only display the rules.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIC_NORM_CONFIG037 - Attribute normalizing rules locked by user &1 ?

  The SAP error message SIC_NORM_CONFIG037 indicates that the attribute normalizing rules are locked by a specific user. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Data Quality Management (DQM) or similar modules where attribute normalization is being configured.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a user having an active lock on the normalizing rules for attributes. This can happen if:
  
  A user is currently editing or configuring the normalizing rules.
  A previous session did not release the lock properly.
  There is a system issue that has caused the lock to persist.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Locking User: The error message specifies the user who has locked the normalizing rules. You can check the user session in the SAP system.
  
  
  Contact the User: If possible, contact the user who is locking the rules and ask them to complete their work or log out of the session.
  
  
  Release the Lock: If the user is unavailable or if the lock seems to be a result of a system issue, you can manually release the lock:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to view and manage locks.
  Search for the user ID mentioned in the error message.
  If you find the lock, you can delete it (ensure that you understand the implications of doing this, as it may disrupt the user's work).
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues: If locks are persisting frequently, it may indicate a system issue. Check for any system logs or errors that might indicate a problem with the locking mechanism.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration of the normalizing rules is being done correctly and that there are no other underlying issues causing the locks.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SICF: To check the configuration of the DQM services.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on attribute normalization and locking mechanisms.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your work in SAP.