How To Fix /SMB/SC_MAIN093 - System Failure: Cannot lock selection &1-&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/SC_MAIN -

• Message number: 093

• Message text: System Failure: Cannot lock selection &1-&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/SC_MAIN093 - System Failure: Cannot lock selection &1-&2 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/SC_MAIN093 System Failure: Cannot lock selection &1-&2 typically indicates that there is an issue with locking mechanisms in the SAP system, particularly related to the selection criteria or data being processed. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during data processing, report generation, or when accessing certain transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Access: The error may arise when multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same selection criteria or data simultaneously, leading to a locking conflict.
  System Resource Issues: Insufficient system resources or performance issues can prevent the system from acquiring the necessary locks.
  Database Locking: The underlying database may have locks that are preventing the SAP application from obtaining the required locks.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or the specific application module may lead to locking problems.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction is taking too long to complete, it may hold locks longer