How To Fix SOI1495 - Persistent locks could not be released: No authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOI1 - Safe Online Import/Upgrade Messages continued

• Message number: 495

• Message text: Persistent locks could not be released: No authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOI1495 - Persistent locks could not be released: No authorization ?

  The SAP error message SOI1495 indicates that persistent locks could not be released due to a lack of authorization. This typically occurs in scenarios where a user or process attempts to release locks that they do not have the necessary permissions for. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Authorization: The user or process attempting to release the lock does not have the required authorization in the SAP system.
  Lock Management Issues: There may be issues with how locks are being managed or released in the system, possibly due to configuration or user roles.
  User Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions to manage locks.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for missing authorizations.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations for lock management are included.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, you may need to adjust their roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions.
  Common authorization objects related to lock management include S_ENQ (Enqueue Authorization) and S_LOCK (Lock Management).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Review Lock Management Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the lock management configuration in the system is set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings in transaction SM12 (for lock entries) and ensuring that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue. Use transaction SM21 to view system logs.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to authorizations or roles, test the functionality again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SU53: To analyze authorization failures.
  SU01: To manage user accounts.
  PFCG: To manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on authorization objects and lock management.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SOI1495 error and implement a solution to resolve it.