How To Fix /SOMO/BPMON001 - Locking failure during activation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SOMO/BPMON -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Locking failure during activation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SOMO/BPMON001 - Locking failure during activation ?

  The SAP error message /SOMO/BPMON001 Locking failure during activation typically occurs during the activation of Business Process Monitoring (BPM) in SAP Solution Manager. This error indicates that there is a locking issue that prevents the activation process from completing successfully. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Activations: If multiple users or processes are trying to activate BPM at the same time, it can lead to locking conflicts.
  Long-Running Transactions: If a previous activation process is still running or has not completed, it may hold a lock that prevents new activation attempts.
  Database Locks: There may be database-level locks that are preventing the activation process from acquiring the necessary locks.
  System Configuration Issues: Misconfigurations in the SAP Solution Manager or the BPM setup can lead to locking issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Active Sessions: Use transaction SM12 to check for any active locks. If you find locks related to the BPM activation, you may need to delete them if they are no longer needed.
  Wait and Retry: If the issue is due to concurrent activations, waiting for a few minutes and then retrying the activation may resolve the issue.
  Review Background Jobs: Check if there are any background jobs that might be holding locks. You can use transaction SM37 to monitor background jobs.
  System Restart: In some cases, restarting the SAP system can clear locks and resolve the issue.
  Check Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the locking issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (for lock entries), SM37 (for job monitoring), and SLG1 (for application logs).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if you have a support contract.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Business Process Monitoring and Solution Manager for any specific configuration or activation guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the locking failure during the activation of BPM in SAP Solution Manager.