How To Fix SR083 - LUW update still running

SR083 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SR - RFC utilities

• Message number: 083

• Message text: LUW update still running

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SR083 - LUW update still running ?

  The SAP error message "SR083 LUW update still running" typically indicates that a Logical Unit of Work (LUW) is still in progress and has not yet completed. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during database updates or when a transaction is taking longer than expected to finish.
  Causes:
  
  Long-running Transactions: The transaction may be taking longer than usual due to heavy processing, large data volumes, or inefficient code.
  Deadlocks: There may be a deadlock situation where two or more processes are waiting for each other to release resources.
  Database Locks: The database may have locks that are preventing the LUW from completing.
  System Performance Issues: High system load or resource contention can lead to delays in processing.
  Network Issues: If the system is communicating with external services or databases, network latency or failures can cause delays.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Monitor the Transaction: Use transaction codes like SM50 (Process Overview) or SM66 (Global Process Overview) to check the status