How To Fix ST007 - Database was locked

ST007 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ST - Terminology Database

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Database was locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ST007 - Database was locked ?

  The SAP error message ST007, which indicates that the "Database was locked," typically arises when there is a contention for database resources, often due to long-running transactions, locks held by other sessions, or issues with the database itself. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that takes too long to complete can hold locks on database tables, preventing other transactions from accessing them.
  Deadlocks: Two or more transactions may be waiting for each other to release locks, resulting in a deadlock situation.
  Database 
  Configuration Issues: Improper configuration of the database can lead to locking issues.
  High Load: A sudden increase in database load can lead to contention for resources.
  Uncommitted Transactions: Transactions that are not committed or rolled back can hold locks indefinitely.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Identify and Terminate Long-Running Transactions:
  
  Use transaction codes like SM66 (Global Work Process Overview) or SM50 (Work Process Overview) to identify long-running processes.
  If necessary, terminate these